MEET THE STAFF
 


Vicki Cooper-Springer
Owner, Dog Trainer


Hi! I’m Vicki Cooper Springer, Owner and Head Dog Trainer at Circle Star Pet Resort. I've always loved animals. I’ve been training dogs for 36 years. I’m involved in Animal Protective Legislation and Pet Rescue. I’m married to Allan Springer, Dallas Fire Chief and Cutting Horse Trainer.

Master Dog Trainer
Certified American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
First American to study Mirror Method*
Dog Training in Hungary
Veterinarian Recommended


*Mirror Method You Tube videos:
A Doggy Christmas, A Doggy Summer,
Dogs Want To Save The Earth Too, Kutyak-Rocky.

 

 

 


Erin Churnin
Groomer

My name is Erin and I used to be an Operating Room Nurse in San Francisco, California. I moved to East Texas a few years ago. The hospitals made it difficult to live out in the country like I do and remain an OR Nurse. At the time, Vicki was training my "city dogs" and mentioned needing a groomer. With encouragement from her, I enrolled in Texas All Breed Grooming School in Arlington. I drove to Arlington every day for 6 months. I graduated and have been grooming dogs at Circle Star Pet Resort ever since. It is a rewarding and sometimes challenging job! The girls at Circle Star Pet Resort say that my customers are absolutely thrilled with my work. Yay!


Heather Crow
General Manager

I am happily married to a man who understands that the ranking in the house is God, dogs, husband and kids. I have four human kids and three English Bulldogs; Porsche, Sadie and Boudreaux. My family has been actively involved in Therapets for over 20 years which has given me a respect and a passion for dogs of all breeds. As General Manager at Circle Star Pet Resort I have the opportunity to meet awesome people who love to spoil their dogs and cats and have the same love of animals as I do. I feel that I have truly found my calling. Working at Circle Star has given me so much joy and happiness. Where else can you come to work and get kisses for everything you do?


Kim Bailey
Assistant Manager

Hello, I am Kim Bailey. I have two kids; James age 17 and Megan age 9. Also residing at the Bailey household is Rommstein the Rotty, Smokey Joe a Shepherd mix, Jasmine a 300 lb Hampshire pig, Wilber a 60 lb Yorkshire pig and 20 Road Island Red chickens (currently un-named). I commuted to Dallas for 20 years and always worked in an office setting until I found Circle Star Pet Resort. I have found a new career that I absolutely love. I am surrounded by a staff and boss who truly loves animals as much as I do. We actually get paid to love and play with your pets! I look forwarding to meeting you and all of your furry friends.



Trixie Turrubiartes
Customer Service/Activities Director

I've always lived in East Texas and love to read, dance, and be with my friend and family. Speaking of family, my mom passed on to me a love for animals and I've grown up with lots of doggies, kitties, birdies, and fishies over the years. My best friend was a Pug named Spike who was with me for thirteen fantastic years and whom I miss terribly. I am brand new to Circle Star Pet Resort and I love my job tremendously! The people here are awesome to work with and it is simply so much fun to help pets feel loved by giving them a good massage and tons of attention.


Brittany Gaugh
Activity Director

I am 26 yrs old and have two kids ages six and two. I have two pets; a dog and cat. I have lived around Cedar Creek Lake most of my life. I originally went to college to be a paralegal and found this job by accident. Now I think it was meant to be! I have always had a big heart for animals and love working at Circle Star Pet Resort.


Cheyenne Anthony
Den Mom/Activity Director

Hi, my name is Cheyenne Anthony. I am seventeen and a Senior at Brownsboro High School. I have a very full house hold of pets; Cody my fourteen year old Chihuahua, Dopey my seven month old lab mix rescue and my year and a half old pony Blizzard. I have loved animals since I was very young and getting to work with Circle Star Pet Resort is a dream come true.


Katy Knight
Den Mom

I am a single mom of two; a three year old girl and a twelve month old boy. I was raised around Rottweilers and Boxers most of my life and love their personality and playfulness. I enjoy working at Circle Star because of the team I work with and the joy that the dogs bring me.


Laura Campos
Den Mom

I live in Athens, Texas. I have a son Named Haziel. I recently graduated from Athens High School. I plan to attend college but for know I am taking life as it comes. Growing up I have always been around animals. I love Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls. I have a Pit puppy named Troubles. Well, his name explains it all! I recently joined Circle Star Pet Resort. I love working at Circle Star because I get to play with the wonderful dogs and cats that we take care of. I have great co-workers and look forward to coming to work every day.


Lindsey Davis
Den Mom

 I was born and raised here in Texas. I have grown up loving all animals! I have a cat and a dog that I spoil on a daily basis. I give every animal the love and respect they deserve. I have lots of energy so I love to play. I work hard in everything I do and I stay positive. Nothing like a smile on your face to say you’re ready for the day!


Machelle Stogner
Pet Taxi Driver
(Pet Go Getter and Picker Upper!)

I am a full time college student. I am the Pet Resort's Taxi Driver and I fill all of our brochure racks in East Texas and The Metroplex. I have two human kids, an eighteen year old son who is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force and a fifteen year old daughter in High School. Since my human kids are older now, my two canine kids and spouse get all the attention. Here at Circle Star we get a variety of canine visitors and I love meeting them all.


Ashley Lee
Dog Trainer

Hi. I’m Ashley Lee and I am 23 years old. I'm just a simple, small town girl who loves animals. Growing up with my family we always had a bunch of animals. It's taught me responsibility, hard work and to love unconditionally. I recently worked for an animal shelter and there is nothing more gratifying than helping misplaced or abused animals find a loving home. I love my job at Circle Star Pet Resort because there is nothing better than having a job and getting paid to do something you love and being surrounded by like minded people.


Debra Abbuhl
Dog Trainer

My love for animals started at a very young age. My current fur baby family consists of four dogs (three of which are rescues) and two cats (one of which is a rescue). My youngest fur baby and I are actively training for Canine Agility in hopes of competing next year. I am also an American Red Cross Pet First Aid Leader. My job as a dog trainer at Circle Star Pet Resort has provided me with a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of dogs and their owners.


Adriana Sierra
Dog Trainer

I am from Guanajuato, Mexico. I am married to Francisco, who is a wonderful man. I have two kids and four dogs. I bring some special positive training techniques to Circle Star that I learned in Mexico. I am bilingual and so can offer training in English and Spanish. I enjoy being a trainer at Circle Star because it brings great joy and excitement to see the parents and dogs come together as a team.

 

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