ORCHID ISLAND DOG - Key Persons


Julissa Rivera

Job Titles:
  • Floor Manager / Project Manager
Hey! I'm Julissa, I'm a Dog obsessed mom of 1 crazy little boy and another insanely wild pup that just so happen to fit perfectly with us. My love for dogs started when I was 10 years old and I met face to face with this giant Bullmastiff! Not aware of the breed at the time, he was bigger than I was and definitely could have had me as a snack but to my surprise, he was as sweet as can be & I was determined to get him back home. The second his family saw him and the emotions started that's when I knew all I wanted to do was care for animals and do the best I could to help any of them that mysteriously wandered their way into my life. I'm proud to say that I continue to keep doing what I love here at the spa caring for all the pups and one day hope to open up my own rescue and teach my son everything there is to know about lending a helping hand to a dog or any other four-legged friend in need. Also, I listen to rock music so that's probably why I can deal with all the constant barking. It's like going to a concert, music to my ears! Haha

Megan Vanhouwe

Job Titles:
  • Assistant
  • Facility Manager
Megan was raised 19 years in Vermont then moved to FL for college. She has her Bachelors of Science in Digital Arts & Design and an Associates of Science in Computer Animation. She has always had the love and passion for animals and now gets to work with dogs every day. To be able to grow up with dogs always around and now get to learn and grow within the pet industry is very exciting to her and she can't wait to see where it leads her. Megan also enjoys arts & crafts, outdoor activities, photography, cooking/baking, listening to music, watching movies, learning new things, and hopes to maybe travel someday to states/countries she would like to visit. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." - Maya Angelou

Savannah Cote

My name is Savannah Cote I am a kennel technician. I was born and raised in Northern Maine where I spent my whole life in the back woods, fishing, wheeling, and hiking with my Husky named Ice. That's where I developed a love for animals. I moved down to Florida 8 years ago where I have been working in the animal industry. Thank you for entrusting me with the care of your animal babies. I'm looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you.

Shannon Arguson

Job Titles:
  • Facility Manager
My name is Shannon Arguson and I am the facility manager here at Orchid Island Dog Spa! I recently moved to Vero Beach from New Hampshire where I spent my whole life living on a farm, taking care of horses, dogs, cats, and chickens! I have always been a practice manager, working in human practices, however, I am so excited to help care for, and take care of, your babies! I have a French bulldog named Koa and 7 cats! I have always had a love for animals and I am so excited to get to work with them now! I have 20 years of experience managing clinics and people. I do not like to look at myself as a manager, more of a leader. I think that a manager is someone people have to follow, whereas a leader is someone people want to follow. I want to lead my team to be the best that we can be!

Sheena Miller

I'm Sheena, I was born in Waynesboro PA but, I spent most of my time growing up in FL. I moved to Vero about 6 and a half years ago and was excited to start a new chapter in my life. I've always loved animals growing up with Ferrets, Cats, Turtles, Bunnies, Guinea pigs, Snakes, Frogs, Fish, Hamsters, Hedgehogs and more but most importantly DOGS! I love dogs, they're my favorite animals. I'm a fur mom of two adopted babies my lab, pittie mix and recently I adopted him a sister that's a hound mix. My babies are my whole world and I like to show each dog that stays at our resort the same love and attention I would want my own dogs to have. I look forward to meeting and helping each of your fur babies to have a great stay at our resort!