Meet Our Team:
The Trusted Faces Behind Blue Skies Pet Care in Newton, KS and Wichita, KS
Each of the sitters in Blue Skies Pet Care's small family has a different personality, just like your fur-friend. We have different interests and backgrounds. However, we have a few commonalities: We are all responsible, dependable pet lovers!
Ashley - Founder, Owner, and On-Staff Dog Trainer
Ashley, the heart and soul behind Blue Skies Pet Care, founded the company in 2010 to provide professional, reliable pet care services in her hometown of Newton, KS. A Bethel College graduate majoring in Natural Sciences and Psychology, Ashley specializes in animal behavior, ensuring your pets receive scientifically-informed care. When she's not leading the team, Ashley spends quality time with her own fur-family and volunteers her animal training skills to local shelters.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS and Wichita, KS
🎓 Specialties: Dog Training, Animal Behavior
💬 Fun Fact: Lifelong volunteer in animal shelters
Vanessa - Head Dog Trainer
Vanessa is our esteemed Head Dog Trainer who joined Blue Skies Pet Care in September 2022. Although not a native Kansan, she has quickly become a vital part of our community. With a Masters in Psychology from Emporia State and top-tier certifications from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and Karen Pryor Academy, Vanessa brings a blend of academic rigor and practical experience to our team. She also boasts a graduate degree from the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers. Vanessa shares her home with her Treeing Walker Coonhound Lanna, Plott Hound/Beagle mix River, and cats Seven and Neelix.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS and Wichita, KS
🎓 Specialties: Advanced Dog Training, Animal Behavior, Psychology
💬 Fun Fact: Avid fan of musicals, plants, and science fiction!
Sarah S - Pet Care Manager
A proud Kansas native, Sarah has always had a special bond with pets, especially those in her local community. Her pet care journey began as a volunteer at the Kansas Humane Society (KHS), where she honed her skills before transitioning to a full-time Animal Care Technician role. After moving back to Newton, Sarah joined Blue Skies Pet Care as a pet caregiver and quickly rose to become a Pet Care Team Lead. Her passion for animals and her leadership skills led her to her current role as Pet Care Manager. When she's not working with pets, she's also a volunteer member of the Kansas State Animal Response Team, ready to help in times of need.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Pet Care, Shelter Care, Pet Enrichment, Client Communication
💬 Fun Fact: Sarah loves spending time outdoors! Whether she's riding motorcycles, ethical foraging, or practicing archery sports, she's always up for an adventure. But don’t worry—she makes sure her pups get their fair share of treats and training sessions, too!
2,300+ Happy Pets
100+ Glowing Reviews
20+ Years Hands-On Experience
Pet Care Team Lead
Bentley's journey with animals, particularly horses, began in her hometown of Newton, KS, and has been a defining part of her life ever since. With experience in horse training and barn care, she offers a unique perspective and set of skills to our team, enriching our range of services.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Horse Training, Diverse Pet Care
💬 Fun Fact: Started her training journey with horses at the tender age of eight, highlighting her deep-rooted passion for equine care.
With a rich background that spans horse showing, a degree in equine management, assisting in dog grooming, and nurturing her own pets, Cindy's life has always revolved around her love for animals.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Horse Care, Pet Care
💬 Fun Fact: Transitioned from a satisfied client to a passionate team member, showcasing her trust in our care philosophy!
Sarah has called Newton home for 20 years, where she shares her life with her husband Marc and their two kids, and their Golden Retriever, Penny, who is definitely the most loved member of the family.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Shy Dog Whisperer (and belly rub enthusiast)
💬 Fun Fact: Sarah’s family has hosted three amazing exchange students from France, Spain, and Finland! These brave and courageous young women are more than just guests—they’re family.
Nidely brings a bright attitude and strong work ethic to Blue Skies. An avid animal lover, she has cared for a variety of pets, including rescues. She loves earning the trust of animals and ensuring they feel at ease and well-loved.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Pet Care, Bilingual in Spanish and English
💬 Fun Facts: Self-taught painter, a musical enthusiast, and passionate about neurodiversity research.
A social work major with a big heart for animals, Kalie adds youthful enthusiasm to our Newton-based team. Whether it's dogs, cats, or their owners, she’s excited to make a positive impact.
📍 Serving: Newton, KS
🎓 Specialties: Social Work, Pet Care
💬 Fun Fact: Dreams of being a doggy social worker!
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Peace of Mind Guaranteed: Every team member at Blue Skies Pet Care is an employee—thoroughly interviewed, background-checked, trained, and covered by our general liability insurance and bonding. You can rest easy knowing your pets are cared for by insured, qualified professionals.
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