OUR TEAM

We maintain a small team made up of honest, reliable and loving pet care professionals.

Our Team is experienced in caring for all types of pets and breeds of dogs, and are carefully trained in safety and handling. We are pet people through and through and we love spending our days taking care of animals.

Meet the Team

Leeland Allen

FOUNDER / CEO
Leeland founded The Perfect Pooch NYC in 2005, but has been caring for pets professionally since 2000. Taking care of animals is in her blood and she couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Expanding the company and taking on a team of like-minded professionals in 2016 has expanded Leeland’s interests into business, marketing and team leadership.
Franco Barbara

IT AND OPERATIONAL MANAGER
Franco is an IT wiz. His full-time career is at Mt. Sinai Hospital on the Upper East Side. But his love for animals (and Leeland) persuades him to spend all of his free time with The Perfect Pooch team.
Maya

TEAM LEAD
Hello! My name is Maya. I’m a Danish Native that’s been living in NYC since 2021. I’ve been surrounded by animals all of my life and I am so excited to work as Team Lead for The Perfect Pooch. The love and trust that animals provide is like no other, and I feel blessed to take care of them on a daily basis! In my spare time I love to dance to disco music, watch performances and exhibitions and eat good food with friends!
Jose

PET CARETAKER
Hello, my name is José and I’m ageless (a very young 57 really). I’ve been working for the Perfect Pooch since fall of 2018. Before that I worked in the Hospitality Business. Back then all my friends and family knew to leave all their pets under my care whenever they went away because I just love animals but don’t have any of my own because I love to travel and spend time outdoors. These are the reasons that I love this job—I’m out all day with my beloved furry friends!
Raeven

PET CARETAKER
Hi, I'm Raeven! I've been walking dogs for over a year (and am specialized in caring for dogs with special needs). I love spending time with cats and dogs and giving out belly rubs. In my spare time I enjoy cooking or gaming.
Adrianna

PET CARETAKER
Hi my name is Adrianna (She/Her/Hers)! I'm an easy going lover of nature, sightseeing, and creative projects. Getting to work with animals is the best part of my day because I’m able to connect with them on a deep level. Forming special bonds with so many animals is not something everyone can say they have! Outside of pet care I enjoy writing, acting, watching movies, and playing on my keyboard. Anything to get my creative juices flowing!
Natalie

PET CARETAKER
Hello! My name is Natalie. I recently started walking for The Perfect Pooch in the fall of 2023 but my pet care journey began many years ago. The joy that is found while watching and taking care of each persons furry family member is inexpressible. In 2022 I moved to NYC after graduating with a Bachelors in Contemporary Dance, so when I’m not dog walking, most of my free time is spent training in dance class.
Trenton

PET CARETAKER
Love dogs! ❤️ Love people! ❤️
Hey there, my name is Trenton. I am originally from Oregon but moved to NYC in 2018. I am so thankful to take care of your precious fur friend. I have been caring for dogs, cats and quite a few other types of animals since I was 6. In addition to dog walking, I love performing. I have been singing and dancing my little heart out for as long as I can remember.
AL

PET CARETAKER
Hi there, I’m Al! As a life-long friend to the four-legged folk with experience working in dog daycares and grooming show dogs, I take pride and pleasure in the opportunity to spend my days with some the friendliest and furriest New Yorkers the city has to offer. When I’m not trotting around Central Park with a perfect pooch, I work as a writer and social media coordinator and indulge in my other passion besides pups: Movies!
Joy

PET CARETAKER
Hi, I'm Joy! Originally from Las Vegas but now embracing the energy of NYC, I have a passion for sustainibility and art that is channeled into creating sculptures and painting. I have grown up with animals my entire life and have a deep commitment to the love and care that goes into nurturing our furry friends.
Rheanna

PET CARETAKER
Hi! My name is Rheanna (She/Her) and I am a writer and life-long dog lover who has adopted and fostered rescues for nearly a decade. My training experience focuses on patient, positive reinforcement. Catch me photographing Harlem!
Salene

PET CARETAKER
Hi my name is Salene and I honestly love dogs more than anything else in the world! Aside from having dogs my entire life, I have 10 years experience in dog walking and pet care. I also volunteer at 2 NYC based rescue groups. Whatever your needs are, I am here to provide reliable and loving care

As pet sitters and dog walkers we take great care in being punctual, communicative and compassionate when it comes to caring for your pets.

Each member of The Perfect Pooch NYC:

has undergone at least 7 days of extensive in-field training at the start of their employment.

has been thoroughly screened and reference checked.

has completed an extensive online training program through Pet Care Team Training where they learn about animal behavior, safety, administering medication and the various types of walking and safety gear.