Founding Fathers

Founder

Stephanie Wainio is an Ecotoxicologist working in sustainable chemistry who resides in New Hampshire with her three beloved pups. Her dedication to dog rescue stems from the need to manage the unique, extra-special behavioral challenges she encountered firsthand with her own dogs. Through these experiences, she gained extensive, practical knowledge of canine needs and dynamics. Stephanie now utilizes this hard-won understanding in a volunteer capacity to help guide other dog owners. When she isn't focusing on sustainable chemistry or assisting rescues, Stephanie enjoys taking advantage of the many outdoor activities that New Hampshire has to offer.

Founder

Hanah lives in Richmond, VA, alongside her family, two rescue mutts, Willow and Bodhi, and three rescue cats: Mango, Gem, and Frank. Her passion for animal welfare began early; she was introduced to rescue work and started fostering dogs with her family in elementary school. Since then, her involvement has steadily grown—from fostering, to coordinating adoption events, to volunteering at a large rescue in the DMV area, which ultimately led to a paid position. She then expanded her efforts by volunteering as an Adoption Admin for a Great Dane Rescue, progressing to Transport Co-Director. Hanah has a special place in her heart for misunderstood dogs, inspired by her own rescue pup, Bodhi, who struggles with anxiety and behavioral problems. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new places and taking her dogs for walks by the river.

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Taryn Beaver lives in Charlotte, NC, with her partner and three beloved dogs, alongside a continuously rotating roster of foster animals. By day, she serves as an Operations Manager in clinical research. She dedicated herself to animal fostering during COVID-19 and significantly expanded her efforts after moving to NC, where she assists local rescues and animal control due to the critical animal welfare needs in the area. Taryn is proud to have successfully fostered 45 dogs over the last three years. Her free time is typically spent enjoying Charlotte's dog-friendly scene with her pack.

Founder

Arynne Keeley is a Registered Nurse based in Atlanta, GA, currently working in the insurance sector. She lives with her husband and three rescue dogs: Minnie, Marvel (Danes/mixes), and Mowgli (Pittie mix). Her deep commitment to rescue work began with the traumatic story of her dog, Mowgli, whose repeated returns and trauma from a house fire highlighted the vital need for proper dog placement. While in nursing school, Arynne volunteered as an Adoption Coordinator and Transport Director for a Great Dane rescue. Leveraging this experience, she co-founded RADD, a rescue organization focused on saving dogs from the San Antonio euthanasia list. In her free time, she cares for her "mini zoo," which includes her three dogs and four lizards, and enjoys spending time with friends and family.