Our Team

Hometown:

Alva, Fl

Pets:

3 dogs: Sookie, River + Cinco, 11 chickens, 3 turtles:Blue, Zorro + Stewie, and 2 fish tanks

Interesting Fact:

I jumped off a 25 foot cliff into the Ocean in Negril, Jamaica!

Biography:

Amber is the founder of Atta Boy! Animal Care. She been working in the animal field for over 16 years. She started in the field by working in the horse industry – stable hand and pet sitter. She then trained as a local Veterinary Kennel hand, Veterinary Assistant and then an Emergency Veterinary Technician for both small and large animals for over 13 years. She has a bachelors of Animal Science from University of Florida.

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She/Her

Hometown:

St. Petersburg, Fl

Pets:

3 dogs: Jax, Dixie + Lynx, 3 cats: Iris, Lynx + Remy and 1 betta fish: Sushi VI

Interesting Fact:

I was born with a hole in my heart and had to have open-heart surgery at 3. My dream job would be being a zookeeper.

Biography:

Chantal has been with ABAC since 2012. She been working in the animal field for over 10 years as a Veterinary Receptionist and then started as a pet sitter, dog walker and cat sitter with Atta Boy! Animal Care in 2014.

She currently works with us as our Manager to ensure the best client experience from start to finish! That includes: monitoring our pet sitters, dog walker and cat sitters at the visits, ensuring visit quality and making sure our clients get their visit updates. She also manages the staff behind-the-scenes, and hiring.

​She has a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from USF.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Mercerville, NJ

Pets:

3 dogs Molly, Luna, and Winston – all Australian Shepherd

Interesting Fact:

I love to travel and have been to 15 countries + 25 states including DC and Puerto Rico.

Biography:

Teresa has been with ABAC since 2019. She currently works with us as our Community and Client Relations Office Assistant- she creates and keeps great bonds with other local animal companies, scheduling, monthly newsletters and general office work.​ She has been in the administration field for over 20 years- including working at a local bakery- Born +Bread.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Coatesville, PA

Pets:

2 dogs: Marvel the Border Collie mix + Petra the Weimaraner 1 cat: Halle

Interesting Fact:

Vet tech of 10 years? That’s literally my biggest personality trait anymore

Biography:

Marissa has been with ABAC since 2017. She been working in the animal field for over 10 years. She started in the field by working in the horse industry – stable hand and then trainer. She then trained as a Veterinary Technician for both small and large animals. She currently works as an Emergency Veterinary Technician and is working on obtaining her CVT- Certified Veterinary Technician License.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Winter Haven, FL

Pets:

2 dogs: Louie + Marley

Interesting Fact:

I’ve lived in Polk County all my life!

Biography:

Abby has been with ABAC since 2020.Growing up on a farm allowed her to care for a variety of animals from a small age. She has experience caring for Dogs, Cats, Chickens and Goats – and always willing to meet more! When not working with animals she practices Cosmetology.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Malvern, PA

Pets:

Two yellow labs 一 Katie & Mia, a Terrier Mix- Prince, and three cats – Princess, Zues, & Midnight.

Interesting Fact:

I work with my Emotional Support Dog and am training him with service dog commands!

Biography:

Amanda has been with ABAC since 2019. She has grown up with animals, volunteered at an animal shelter for over a year doing dog training, and has experience in dog walking and Pet Sitting dogs, cats, and fish. She is currently attending Florida Southern College to study psychology and law.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Lakeland, Fl

Pets:

2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 snails + 1 leopard gecko.

Interesting Fact:

I make cool stuff with yarn with my company called Craftipus!

Biography:

April has been with ABAC since 2019. She has worked with animals from a young age, trained as a dog trainer and has been pet sitting over 2 years. She has experience caring for small rodents, cats, fish and reptiles in addition to dogs of every age. She is also the owner of Craftipus- a local crafting business and currently trains her dogs as therapy animals.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Wellesley, Mass

Pets:

3 cats-Bella, Mango + Roxy

Interesting Fact:

 I am a Guardian Ad Litum for Polk County to help kids that are in foster care.

Biography:

 Michelle has been with ABAC since 2020. She previously has volunteered with SPCA Florida in Lakeland, and Raining Cats + Dogs Rescue in Plant City, Florida. She is currently working on her Masters degree in Social Work. 

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She/Her

Hometown:

Bartow, Fl

Pets:

 1-dog: Nova a German Shepherd and 1-cat: Scarlett a Polydactyl kitty

Interesting Fact:

I am a crazy cat lady and accept that at a young age! I also like to crochet and read.

Biography:

Ashley has been with ABAC since 2020. She is a trained Veterinary Technician of 2 years and has pet care experience with dogs, cats, birds, ferrets and reptiles. When not pet sitting she working Christina Animal Hospital in Mulberry or playing with her human son.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Lakeland, Fl

Pets:

1 cat- Ripley and 1 dog- Klein a Golden Retriever

Interesting Fact:

I am a huge “foodie”

Biography:

Annie has been with ABAC since 2021. She has 5 years pet care experience with dogs, cats, birds, aquariums and more! Her dream job would to be a chef at The Georgia Aquarium. She has a degree from The Culinary Institute of America! and attended both Polk State and UCF.  When not pet sitting she likes to be at the beach,  or go to Disney

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She/Her

Hometown:

Niceville, Fl

Pets:

1 dog: Cody (service dog) , 3 cats (all special needs/medically needy): Sophie – Maine Coone, Sarranna – Bombay , and Mischa – Russian Blue.

Interesting Fact:

The Kemp’s Ridley turtle was named after my great great uncle, Richard Kemp who was the first to submit the species identification in 1906.

Biography:

Carrie has been with ABAC since 2019.Carrie has 10 years of pet sitting experience and working with rescue domestic and wild animals. She just moved to Lakeland from a small town called Niceville, in the FL panhandle, with her significant other, who is prior military. She loves to fish and hunt but has a large amount of respect for wildlife and animals. She has a Bachelor’s in Human Resources and when not working with animals as a pet sitter, she works at a local school as a 4th-grade teacher.

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She/Her

Hometown:

Quebradillas, PR

Pets:

10 chickens, 3 turtles, 3 dogs: a Poodle mix- River, a Corgi Mix- Cinco & a Saluki mix- Sookie.

Interesting Fact:

I am currently perfecting my archery + knitting skills!

Biography:

Frank has been with Atta Boy! since the beginning as he is the husband of our Founder Amber! He has been in the animal field for over 7 years.He graduated from University of South Florida with an engineering degree and currently works as an engineering inspector.

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He/Him

Hometown:

Bradenton, FL

Pets:

4 dogs, 2 cockatiels, 1 Goldfish, 2 Chinchillas + 2 Redfoot Tortoises.

Interesting Fact:

I once visited Africa to train teachers and bought curriculum for the school!

Biography:

Melissa ​has been with ABAC since 2019.She is an active volunteer with SPCA Florida here in Lakeland and has been a pet sitter for many years. She graded from FSU with an Elementary Education Degree with a Masters in Educational Leadership and is currently an online High School Instructor.

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She/Her

 Hometown:

PA

Pets:

2 dogs: NayNay a Rat Terrier June a Lab Basset Mix, 1 Lionhead rabbit- Nutmeg and 3 ducks:Henry,Taz +Quake

Interesting Fact:

I have been to South Africa, but want to travel to Europe + Maldives!

Biography:

Samantha ​has been with ABAC since 202o. Growing up on a farm she ahs worked with animals from a young age. Sam has been pet sitting for over 5 years and has interned at Circle B Bar, Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary and the North Georgia Zoo. She is currently working on her Biology Degree with a focus in Animal Sciences and is a college softball athlete. When not pet sitting she loves to go fishing, hunting or anything outdoors.

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