Karen Gerbig, Founder & Co-owner

First and foremost, Karen is the proud owner/guardian of two gorgeous dogs and three wonderful cats.  Her love for animals motivated her to found  Leader of the Pack eighteen years ago.  Since then, Karen has had the honor of meeting hundreds of dogs and cats and their proud guardians, which has made being owner of Leader of the Pack the most rewarding career she has ever had.  Karen brings a varied professional background that includes the arts, not-for-profit administration, and financial services.  Her hobbies include digital film making and theatre.

Walter Thon, Co-owner

Walter has been with Leader of the Pack for over 10 years, lovingly studying canine behavior from the other end of the leash.  From his own dog Franklin and the many four-legged companions with whom he has been blessed through Leader of the Pack, he has learned much about compassion, friendship, and loyalty.  He has recently joined passions with Karen to maintain Leader of the Pack’s uncompromising standards of service.  Walter is also an accomplished actor and is, at almost any given time, working in projects on stage or screen.

 

Chris has been with Leader of the Pack since 1999 and is the model after whom all other pet care providers have aspired to match. She is a published poet and a certified practitioner of              

energy healing.  With owner, Karen Gerbig, Chris is the proud co-parent of dogs Honey and Raggedy Andy, and cats  Liza and Sally. She  serves as manager of our pet sitting services.

Denisa is a  professional singer whose powerful voice is unforgettable.  She is also active in her church choir and a personal care assistant for people with disabilities. All dogs seem to love her and the feeling is certainly mutual.  Here she is with one of her closest friends Archy.

Kevin has proven himself time and again a trustworthy and compassionate guardian for all his fortunate puppy pals.  His gentle, unassuming demeanor puts both pups and people instantly at ease. Everyone who knows Kevin also knows his husky Eli who is his constant companion.

Bob is one of the friendliest guys you will ever meet.  He considers himself a major White Sox fan, but also roots for the Cubbies.  He loves jazz music and mystery novels.