Meet the Team

Amber Welsh, Owner
My passion for animals has been evident since childhood. As an only child, I often referred to my dogs as my siblings—Jett was my brother, and Jana was my sister. The bond I shared with them was profound and deeply meaningful. I’ve always been fascinated by the incredible relationships we form with animals, despite not speaking the same language.
My journey into pet care began in 2019 when a friend hired me as a pet sitter for her company. From the very first assignment, I knew I had found my calling. When she eventually relocated and closed her business, I was inspired to create PURfect FURiends Pet Care.
At PURfect FURiends, my mission goes beyond providing pet care—I strive to become your pet’s trusted companion and best "FURiend."

Emily Bennett, Sitter
Meet Emily! With a lifelong passion for animals and three beloved dogs of her own, Emily brings a wealth of experience with her. Having previously worked with Project to Heal, she specializes in Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and Early Scent Introduction (ESI) methods, ensuring a loving and effective approach for dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Emily is excited to share her knowledge, compassion, and dedication to ensure you pet(s) have an amazing experience.

Matt Penninger, Sitter
Matt has a full house of animals which includes 3 dogs and 3 cats; so he is quite the expert in pet care. Walking and the outdoors are both passions of his so if your dog is obsessed with walks they have found thier match! When he is not working you can typipcally find him out camping in the woods and hiking trails.

Hannah Engle, Sitter
​I am a former Spanish teacher who transitioned to taking care of my grandmother full time! I have three dogs — Katara, a goldie, Sokka, a pit/lab mix, and Peggy Lee, my chihuahua mix and first fur baby — and three cats, Catalina, Fifi, and Gunther. I’m a vegetarian of 17 years and have been passionate for animals and their conservation my entire life. I look forward to loving on your pets like they’re my own!