Our Team

Danielle Daidone, Owner

Good Dog Co (formerly Four Paws) has been locally owned and operated by Danielle since 2016. Danielle began her professional dog training career in 2015 and continues to guide the company’s programs, development, and overall vision.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Paralegal Certificate, is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program, and stays current in the field through ongoing education, including annual seminars on canine behavior and dog daycare best practices.

With a background in law, business management, and nearly a decade of hands-on training experience, Danielle leads Good Dog Co with a strong commitment to safety, structure, and thoughtful growth—ensuring every dog’s experience is positive, enriching, and well-supported..

Ellie Muhr, General Manager

Ellie joined Good Dog Co in 2021 and quickly became an integral part of our team. She is a graduate of Northern Illinois University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. After completing her degree, Ellie chose to continue her career with Good Dog Co because she enjoys the balance of working hands-on with dogs, building strong client relationships, and taking on leadership responsibilities.

Today, Ellie oversees daily operations, staff development, and client care, ensuring our standards of safety, communication, and consistency are upheld every day.

  • Matt Saunders

    Head Trainer

    Matt joined Good Dog Co in 2022, bringing with him more than 15 years of professional experience as a trainer and manager in dog daycare environments and animal shelters. He is an Animal Behavior College Certified Trainer as well as an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.

    Matt specializes in behavior modification, client education, and developing structured training programs that integrate seamlessly into our daycare setting. His expertise supports both dogs and their owners in building confidence, communication, and lasting skills.

  • Deonna Campos

    Enrichment Manager

    Deonna joined Good Dog Co in 2020 and brings over 5 years of dog daycare experience. She has completed several Karen Pryor courses in positive reinforcement and has been teaching obedience through our programs for the past three years.

    At Good Dog Co, Deonna co-leads staff development and designs our enrichment curriculum, creating quarterly calendars with themed months and weeks to provide engaging, structured activities for every dog in our care.

  • Katie Miller

    Office Manager

    Katie joined Good Dog Co in 2022 and brings over 10 years of experience in dog daycare management and training. She is an Animal Behavior College Certified Trainer and has held roles in both operations management and training throughout her career.

    At Good Dog Co, Katie oversees client communications, scheduling, and administrative systems, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both our staff and clients.