Meet the Heart of Our Pet Care Family
Meet Candice Preszler, the owner and founder of Elite Retreat. With a background in animal behavior and years of experience in pet care, Candice opened this facility with a clear mission: to provide dogs with a safe, enriching, and loving environment while their families are away. Her commitment to high standards of care, personalized attention, and building trust with both pets and their people has made the facility a second home for many. As both a professional and a devoted dog mom herself, Candice understands the importance of peace of mind and that’s exactly what she strives to offer every client who walks through her door.
SARAH
Meet Sarah, our dedicated Team Lead and a true advocate for exceptional pet care. She has a strong background in animal handling and behavior and a natural ability to lead. With both confidence and compassion, Sarah ensures every dog in our care receives the attention they deserve. She plays a key role in training new staff, maintaining daily routines, and creating a calm, positive environment for both pets and team members. Her leadership, reliability, and deep love for animals make her an invaluable part of our team and a favorite among our four-legged guests!
KYLEIGH
Kyleigh is the friendly face and organized mind behind our front desk. As our receptionist and reservation specialist, she’s often the first point of contact for pet parents. Whether you’re calling with questions or dropping off your dog for a stay, Kyleigh is here to help make your experience smooth and stress-free. With a keen attention to detail and a genuine love for animals, Kyleigh ensures that every request is handled with care. Her warmth, efficiency, and welcoming presence help both people and pups feel at ease from the moment they walk through our door.
Cody
Another day, another dog loving legend, meet Cody! He is one of our trusted Pet Care Attendants, bringing valuable experience in both doggy daycare and boarding to our team. His calm presence, attention to detail, and natural way with animals make him a favorite among our four-legged guests. Whether he’s leading a fun group play session or providing one-on-one care, Cody makes sure every dog feels safe, comfortable, and loved. His experience, reliability, and genuine passion for animals shine through in everything he does and you can always count on him to greet your pup with a smile and a wag.
BELLA
Bella is another one of our fur-tastic Pet Care Attendants! When she first joined our team, she came with a love for animals and a willingness to learn and she's grown into a confident and caring presence in our playgroups. With a calm demeanor and growing knowledge of dog behavior, Bella quickly earned the trust of both pups and teammates. Now a familiar face in the yards, she helps manage group play with patience, confidence, and lots of tail wags. From shy dogs to the social butterflies, Bella makes sure every pup feels seen, safe, and included.
Aliyah
Aliyah elevates the Elite Retreat experience through her warm professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine love for animal care. She is often the first welcoming presence clients meet, ensuring every check-in and departure is seamless, informed, and stress-free.
Beyond the front desk, Aliyah plays an essential role in the day-to-day comfort of our four-legged guests. Her calm, compassionate approach helps pets feel safe and relaxed, whether she’s overseeing their routines, offering one-on-one attention, or assisting with specialized care needs.
Dedicated, reliable, and deeply caring, Aliyah embodies the level of service and heart behind Elite Retreat. Her commitment helps us provide the elevated experience our clients value and our dogs deserve.