About Our Staff

ANDY DOFFLEMYER, General Manager

Andy was born in Charlottesville, VA and was raised in the pet care industry. As a very young boy Andy loved being involved in the two family kennels and helping care for the animals. Growing up in the pet care industry has given him an extensive love for and knowledge of animals that is evident in his passion for managing Wakefield. Andy lives in Earlysville with his wife, Karla, and their daughters, Maddie, Ellorie, and Sophie. While Andy is not working with animals he enjoys playing golf and watching football.

AMY HERRLEIN, Groomer

Amy started working for the Dofflemyer family in 1987 and began grooming shortly thereafter in 1988. Amy loves working with each and every pet she encounters. Amy feels she was meant to work in the pet care industry, which is evident in her long career with us. Amy enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.

BARRY & NANCY DOFFLEMYER, Owners

Barry & Nancy purchased Wakefield Kennel, Inc. in April of 1974 after Barry graduated from UVA’s McIntire School of Commerce. Barry had spent several years as the General Manager of Georgetown Veterinary Hospital and was ready to expand his pet care interests into their family business. Wakefield Kennel was the perfect opportunity to pursue a business doing what they loved most. In the early 1980’s they expanded their business to include a second location in Charlottesville (The Dogg House). The second location was opened under a different name and operated for over 10 years before being renovated and reopened as the Dogg House in the mid 1990’s. Nancy has been one of the featured groomers for both businesses for over 30 years and still enjoys grooming at The Dogg House. Barry & Nancy worked for over 32 years managing Wakefield Kennel and The Dogg House until their retirement in 2006. Two of their three sons now carry on the family business and Barry & Nancy enjoy seeing many of their grandchildren working there as well. Together, they enjoy UVA athletics, especially Baseball, as well as playing golf, traveling and spending time with friends and family.