Collectively our staff has over 50 years of combined experience working at The Mutt Hutt. We have managed different dogs from all backgrounds, breed types, personalities and age groups and will always put what's in the best interest of the dogs we care for ahead of our clients needs. We have an enormous amount of pride choosing the work we do as a lifestyle working a small team with individuals devoted to dogs while managing a life-work balance around our other passions and creative outlets outside of our work.  The Mutt Hutt’s focus will always remain on the dogs not revenue. We understand this lifestyle business model is certainly not typical for the industry. We anticipate your acceptance of our philosophy and model even when these circumstances may cause you an inconvenience.

​On behalf of everyone at The Mutt Hutt w are extremely honored to be a part of so many dogs lives. Working with dogs and a great group of dog-people has always been a goal I've been driven to achieve. As far back as I can remember I shared a home and my bed with many dogs - usually at least 3 at a time since childhood - which carried over into my adult life. I am grateful and appreciative of my parents for  providing me with the gift of empathy to care for animals as this certainly drives my compassion to fulfill and be successful with the dream of working with animals. I have shared a home with a lot of dogs (and I do mean: a lot of dogs). Just as they have been there for me I have been there for each of them shaping me to be a more confident, patient and empathetic human being. Being a dog lover, dog owner, a drive for small business I have made dogs a huge part of my life including being the founder of the nonprofit animal rescue Secondhand Mutts.​

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Along the journey of all-things-dogs fate was on our side when I unbenouced to either of us Jon started working at The Mutt Hutt and after many, many years working together a relationship blossomed into being best friends and partners. We have been working together for over a decade sharing our passion and love of dogs.  When we are away from work you'll find us surrounded by our own herd in a restored urban farmhouse in Tremont whom we share with our beloved revolving door of rescue animals. Our "kids" at  home are Moon (Pitbull Terrier), Carlos (Doberman Pinscher), Possum (Chihuahua), Rajai Davis (Dachshund/Chihuahua mix), Maple Fluffhead (Newfoundland), Nittany Lion (Dachshund/Chihuahua mix), the best deaf cat ever Bowie and a lazy potbellied pig named Dr. Fuzz. It's a full house!

Jon and I are proud to work with a group of dedicated people and for the many awards and honors The Mutt Hutt has received over the years. Awards include: Best of Cleveland 'Pet-Related Business' recognized by Scene Magazine readers, Best of Cleveland 'Best Pet Sitter' recognized by Cleveland Magazine, Angie's List Super Service Award, COSE Ten Under Ten Award Winner, Cleveland Hot List winner, Small Business Owner of the Year from the Small Business Council of America, Grassroots Business Award winner from Ohio Citizen Action, Neighborhood Leader honored by Tremont West Development Corportation, Scene Magazine 'Best of Cleveland' award winner and more!

Thank you for sharing your dog's life with us! 

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MEET YOUR DOG'S NEW BEST FRIENDS

Get ready because your dog is about to cheat on you with us. The Mutt Hutt is made up of a small group of humans very much dedicated to the dogs we care for. We work together as a close knit group with a lot of  pride for the work that goes into caring for each dog as the individual they are. The Mutt Hutt, a small and independently owned business with a mission for providing a peaceful environment with a focus on lifestyle including prioritizing and maintaining a healthy work-life balance to achieve our goals as individuals and a team to stay focused at work and balanced in life while enjoying our passions and zest for living life.

In addition to spending our time with so many dogs under one roof one of many joys of working at The Mutt Hutt is the shared passion for working with rescue dogs and helping homeless dogs who find themselves temporarily living with the animal rescue community. Bringing together a staff of dedicated people and volunteers who to combine skills to help homeless dogs is beyond gratifying. We are a proud, small and mighty group of dog owners who truly care about each dog that walks through our doors. 

Our staff has over 45 years of collective experience working at The Mutt Hutt with the dogs. We are proud of this accomplishment and the dedication, loyalty and hard work that each caretaker gives each individual dogs while spending their time with us. 

Toby

Toby is a husband and dog father to three active rescue dogs including one adopted from Secondhand Mutts. His passion away from work is crafting his award winning beats and competing in various beat boxing competitions. He and his wife enjoying time camping and kayaking in Ohio's national parks during their free time together.  Toby has been with us since 2018.

Paul

Paul is a talented musician, film producer and social media wizard sharing his talents far and wide in various formats and characterizations. He has passion for meditation and the studies of eastern medicine healing properties he discovered while battling and overcoming his own medical challenges.  His dog partner in live is Onyx, a rescued black German Shepherd, he shares his home and walks with. Paul has been with us since 2014.

Dave

Dave, a retired Registered Nurse,  enjoys his time away from work volunteering for local animal rescue organizations including Secondhand Mutts. He is a father and grandfather. At home he shares his time and bed with his beloved rescue pitbull he named Lucy. Dave is actively involved with various pack walk groups in the area, enjoys spending his time in the Metroparks and taking his dog Lucy swimming. Dave has been with us since 2014.

JB

An Austin, Texas transplant JB relocated to Cleveland in the midst of the pandemic, finding comfort and companionship alongside their dog and partner. JB’s dog Frankie – a curious, rescued Collie mixed breed – started coming to The Mutt Hutt  in October 2021 and provided our first introduction to JB. 

JB's love for dogs began as a toddler, taking naps with and spending time with their grandma's Great Pyrenees. Their love of dogs was further solidified by growing up with a rescued Chihuahua mix. When applying for the position with us, JB shared, "I feel at home with dogs, like I can understand them and work alongside them with almost no effort or difficulty.” While our relationship began with Frankie, it's JB's intuitive recognition and valuable ability to build relationships with dogs and the desire to work with us that made this an easy fit. 

Like many Mutt Hutt employees, JB is creative! While in Texas, JB's musical talent was showcased as a member of the bands Sasha and the Valentines and Spirit Ghost, while they worked as a barista at a local coffee shop. When JB moved north, they continued working in the music and service industries, joining the staff at the Happy Dog and volunteering for some local nonprofit groups. When not surrounding themselves with dogs, JB enjoys film photography, playing violin, being near water, and traveling. JB joined the team in 2023. 

Eric

Eric first joined the team in 2013 and a couple of years later he moved on to pursue opportunities in the west spending time in Oregon then later in Colorado. While in Cleveland he adopted a spry, young Dachshund mix from Secondhand Mutts he named Renzo. The two have enjoyed traveling over the last decade including spending time camping and hiking in remote areas. Eric enjoys travel, camping, outdoor life, dogs and family. Prior to his journey back east to be closer to his family in northeast Ohio Eric was outfitting and building the interior of recreational vehicles. 

Eric has always had a great disposition with dog's and having his skill set working with the dogs we care for at The Mutt Hutt is much appreciated. We are elated to have Eric back with us!