The Team
Who We Are
Violet Donuhue
General Manager
Vi was born and raised in st. Petersburg/South Tampa. She graduated from Northeast High school and immediately started looking for a job that she had a genuine passion for. She grew up around many different animals and originally planned on studying Zoology but after entering the dog care field, she found that was where her heart was the most.
Violet has a bundle of her own pets, her Malamute Cerberus, her two twin brother cats, Hannibal and Jedidiah and a bearded dragon named Sidney. Her hobbies include collecting oddities and old historical items, though she loves to watch horror movies and pin insects on her free time.
Vi has been with Puppy Manor for a little over four years and her favorite part of the job is getting to see the dogs be themselves and enjoy all that life has to offer. She also loves knowing it puts parents at ease leaving their furry kids in the hands of someone who loves them as much as family while they are away.
Shawn Mitchell
Assistant Manager
Shawn has always had a strong love for animals, and he enjoys helping create a safe, fun, and comfortable environment for every pup that comes through our doors. His favorite part of the job is getting to connect with the dogs and spending time playing with them, making sure they feel happy and cared for while they’re away from home.
Outside of work, shawn is currently in school working toward becoming a veterinarian. His long-term goal is to open his own nonprofit veterinary clinic where he can provide affordable care to animals and help pet owners who may not otherwise have access to veterinary services.
Shawn has a mini Goldendoodle named Cleo who is a super sweet and cuddly puppy. while she keeps him on his toes she reminds him every day why hes so passionate about working with animals.
Katelynn Stiles
Lead Kennel Tech
Katelynn was born and raised in South Tampa and graduated from Robinson High School. Growing up around dogs, she always knew she wanted to work with animals. Originally, she planned to study veterinary medicine, but after entering the dog care field she quickly realized her passion was working directly with dogs every day.
Katelynn has three lovely pups of her own: two huskies named Valkyrie and Hannah, and a pittie puppy named Lunala. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her dogs and making sure they get plenty of love and attention.
Katelynn has been with Puppy Manor for almost a year, and her favorite part of the day is getting to snuggle with all the pups and give them the affection they deserve. She loves being part of a place where dogs can play, relax, and be cared for while their owners are away.
