Meet our Professionals
We have an experienced qualified team to take care of your best friend.
Why Choose Captain Creek
One-Stop Shop
Captain Creek Ranch is a ONE-STOP SHOP for all your pet’s needs.
(Boarding, Grooming, Training, Daycare, Grooming School)
We're Here for You
Captain Creek Ranch has someone on site 24/7!
Experience
The Owner, Dan Hoover, has 35+ years of experience in the business, with professional recommendations by multiple veterinarians and grooming salons.
Feel at Home
Our Facility is more like a Home than a Kennel!
- Tranquil oasis sitting on 50 acres of total privacy
- Conveniently located south of Hwy K10 between DeSoto and Eudora
- Huge, fenced in, turf play yards
- Climate controlled, spacious indoor runs with heated floors
- Calming music played at all hours of the day/night
- Big screen TV’s for midday and late night movie time
Professionals
Our staff is certified and trained in Pet CPR and First Aid
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our vision is to create a dream resort for pets and their owners by offering a plethora of different activities to accommodate varying needs of our guests. From the shy, quiet or elderly pet to the energetic, social or active pet – Pawsitive caring staff provides the attention and exercise that each guest needs and deserves. We want to put your mind at ease when your favorite family member is staying with us.
Jordan Manager
Joined the team in 2017
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: Jordan loves to provide a safe and enjoyable stay for every dog that runs through the door. She loves getting to work with breeds and sizes from all over, and enjoys getting to work with such a great staff that loves what they do!
Fun fact about Jordan is that she designed Captain Creek Ranch’s logo!
Pets
- Bella, Black Lab Mix
- Dexter, Black German Shepard Mix
- Claire, Brown/White Pitbull Terrier Mix
Patty Kennel Technician, Caregiver, and Former Bather
Joined the team in 2004
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: Patty enjoys the atmosphere, and the beautiful environment. She enjoys coming in with the friendly staff, and make sure everyone is happy and safe in her care.
Pets
- Betsy, Domestic Shorthair Cat
- Nina, Standard Poodle
David Trainer/Assistant Manager
Joined the team in 2019
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: David loves to provide a safe and enjoyable stay for every dog that runs through the door. He loves getting to work with breeds and sizes from all over. He specializes in Positive Reinforcement training, and works on every pups needs. He likes seeing their progress, and helping them become the best dog they can be.
Pets
- Unfoofoo, Pitbull Mix
- Blu, Blue Heeler Mix
Jamie Pet Stylist
Joined the team in 2021
Favorite thing about working at CCR: She loves the people! She said they are all very friendly, and have a love for dogs. Anyone who loves animals as much as they do, is great in her book.
Scotty Pet Stylist/ Grooming Manager
Joined the team in 2021
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: He strives to make the grooming experience as stress-free as possible and make your loved one relaxed and calm through their grooming experience. He believes it is a must to have a great deal of patience and trust established with the pet as well as the owners. He loves working and communicating with clients to ensure the best style of grooming that suited their pets personality and body type.
Pets
- Adele, Standard Poodle
- Jordan, Standard Poodle
- Kendall, Standard Poodle
- Isaac, Standard Poodle
- Aspen, Doberman
Isabella Pet Stylist
Joined the team in 2023
Favorite thing about working at CCR: Isabella loves transforming every dog into their best look!
Reanna Pet Stylist
Joined the team in 2021
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She enjoys the friendly atmosphere where there is always happy dogs to make your day better. She also loves working in an atmosphere where the team wants to see you succeed. Someone always teachers her something new, and makes it feel very welcoming and it’s true, you never have to work when you love your job.
Phoebe Kennel Technician
Joined the team in 2023
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She loves the environment and the people working here. Says it’s very positive and everyone does things for each other. She loves all of the puppies. She says its so much fun!
Aspen Kennel Technician
Joined the team in 2023
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She loves working with all of the friendly staff, and being able to meet all the different breeds of dogs!
Pets
- Jax, German Shepherd
- Finnick, Labradoodle
- Atlas, red point longhair Siamese
- Twice, Orange Tabby
Shana Kennel Technician
Joined the team in 2023
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She loves learning about and interacting with different breeds of dogs. She loves the environment that the staff has built, and ensuring that each dog that comes in is comfortable and happy during their stay.
Pets
- Naddi, Australian Shepherd
- Browning, German Shorthaired Pointer
- Tuff, Pitbull
- Peach, Calico Cat
Kayleigh Kennel Technician
Joined the team in 2022
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She loves working at the ranch because she said it’s super fun. She loves working with all the animals that come in and the staff is amazing. She enjoys being part of such an amazing team, and feeling like she’s doing something to help the dogs and their owners
Pets
- Bo, Lab Mix
- Coco, Hound Mix
- Gizmo, Calico cat
Kelsey Kennel Technician
Joined the team in 2024
Favorite Part About Working at CCR: She loves all of the pups that show up, but most importantly love the staff so much!
Pets
- Bella, German Shorthaired Pointer
- Gracie, Black Lab/Pit Mix
