Roscoe Recess - Chicago
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    About Roscoe Recess

    Established in 2006, Roscoe Recess is a Chicago dog walking company that provides professional and trustworthy care for your pets in the comfort and security of their own home.

     

    Unmatched expertise          

    • Carrie Ensign, founder of Roscoe Recess, has nine years of zookeeping and animal training experience from
      Lincoln Park Zoo and Brookfield Zoo, eventually earning the position of Lead Keeper of Carnivores at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
    • With a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science from
      Penn State University, Carrie's experience in working with animals ranging from primates to polar bears is what sets Roscoe Recess apart from ordinary pet care service.
    • Working with such a varied group of animals taught her to pay close attention to the needs and personalities of each one, and adjust her training and care accordingly.
    • Roscoe Recess is focused on treating your animals to the most enjoyable and healthy daily exercise and training activities.

    Carrie Ensign with Lee the Polar Bear (photo courtesy of Lincoln Park Zoo)

    Carrie Ensign training Tilly the seal

    Meet the walkers!

    Brenda DeNoto-Gardner started working for Roscoe Recess in September 2009. Brenda has sixteen years of animal care experience in clinics, shelters, day cares, and dog walking services. Her love for animals has led her to pursue a future career in zoo keeping, and she is currently taking classes toward an Animal Science degree.

     

    Ariel Arwen has been working with us since September 2009. A former third grade teacher and current jewelry designer and art lamp rep, she loves dog walking. She lives in Lincoln Square with two Great Pyrenees, Apollo and Angel. (You can check out the art lamps her business partner makes at www.bluestar-artlamps.com, and her jewelry can be seen at the Andersonville Galleria, 5247 N. Clark.)

     

    Nick Sednew has worked for Roscoe Recess since January of 2010. He studied music at the Indiana University, and is a very talented jazz musician. He plays with various bands, both in and outside of Chicago, and also teaches trumpet lessons to students throughout the week. His calm and laid back demeanor makes him a favorite with our furry clients. To learn more about Nick, and where you can see him play, visit his website at nicksednew.com/live/

     

    Anthony Kurban has been working for us since May of 2010, and dedicates so much of his time to Roscoe Recess! Anthony truly enjoys walking each dog and is usually available mornings, evenings, and weekends, in addition to his daily route! Anthony has been a Chicago resident his whole life (northside), is currently in school pursuing paralegal/pre-law, loves the outdoors, and has formed great connections with his clients (canine, feline, and human).

     

    Janelle McCook helps manage Roscoe Recess when Carrie and Michael are on vacation, and often acts as a back up walker if needed. Janelle started her own earth friendly cleaning service in June, 2009. We are happy to be clients of hers and recommend her highly if you are in need of a toxin-free living environment! Visit her site at http://simplespaceschicago.wordpress.com/

     

    Ryan Imboden started working for Roscoe Recess this in December 2010. Ryan moved to Chicago in August of 2010, graduated from The Indiana University, and is also a musician. He has played trumpet for The Temptations, comedian Jerry Lewis, and national broadway show tour. His band Jip Jop (www.jipjopmusic.com) has been together for 3 years and plays regularly around town at the Cubby Bear, Elbo Room, and other venues. Ryan just adopted a 5 month old pit/boxer mix, welcome Bella!

     

    Eleanor Hollingsworth has been walking dogs with Roscoe Recess since January 2011. After Graduating College of Charleston with a theatre degree, Eleanor moved to chicago to study improv at I.O. Chicago and pursue theatre.  As an avid camper and white water raft guide, she relishes the time she gets to be out-of-doors with your dog, and will ride her bike to your dog no matter the weather!

     

     

    Alyx Rodriguez started working with Roscoe Recess in September 2011. Alyx owns four dogs, a cat, and a box turtle. She recently left a hair stylist position to pursue her animal care career. With three years experience at an animal hospital, she is currently looking to enroll in Animal Behavior School, eventually seeking a Veterinary Technician program.