Our Mission
TheDoodPack offers premium pet careâwith daycare, boarding, home visits, and moreâall rooted in a purpose-driven rescue mission. Located in beautiful Lutz, FL, just 25 minutes from Tampa International Airport, weâre redefining what modern pet care and rescue can be. Our holistic, home-style approach ensures every dog or cat receives the safety, comfort, and companionship of a real home. Through partnerships with fosters, volunteers, and like-minded organizations, weâre not only reducing shelter numbersâweâre raising the bar for compassionate, transparent care across the industry. One pet at a time.
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Meet the Pack
Executive Team
Anthony Marinelli
Founder and CEO
Anthony, founder and CEO of TheDoodPack, brings over eight years of veterinary experience and four years in the corporate sector. His expertise as a certified pet nutritionist and former Veterinary Technician ensures top-notch care for your furry family members, from medication administration to gentle handling. Anthony's dedication and passion for animals have earned TheDoodPack a loyal client base and numerous 5-star reviews. Under his leadership, TheDoodPack is committed to offering comprehensive and compassionate services, including boarding, daycare, rehabilitation, and rescue efforts.
Anthony, founder and CEO of TheDoodPack, brings over eight years of veterinary experience and four years in the corporate sector. His expertise as a certified pet nutritionist and former Veterinary Technician ensures top-notch care for your furry family members, from medication administration to gentle handling. Anthony's dedication and passion for animals have earned TheDoodPack a loyal client base and numerous 5-star reviews. Under his leadership, TheDoodPack is committed to offering comprehensive and compassionate services, including boarding, daycare, rehabilitation, and rescue efforts.
Paul Marinelli
Co-Founder and CFO
Numbers may be Paulâs specialty, but his drive has always been the wellbeing of animals. Childhood companions Sammy and Ruby first sparked his passion for pet care, and Scarlettâan unstoppable Doodleâturned that spark into a mission. After nearly a decade managing risk and strategy in the insurance world, Paul brought his financial expertise home to TheDoodPack. As Canine Financial Officer he steers budgets, builds sustainable growth, and makes sure every service we offerâboarding, daycare, rescue reliefâstays accessible and uncompromising in quality. Paulâs vision is simple: a thriving business that channels its success back into exceptional care for every pet who walks through our doors.
Numbers may be Paulâs specialty, but his drive has always been the wellbeing of animals. Childhood companions Sammy and Ruby first sparked his passion for pet care, and Scarlettâan unstoppable Doodleâturned that spark into a mission. After nearly a decade managing risk and strategy in the insurance world, Paul brought his financial expertise home to TheDoodPack. As Canine Financial Officer he steers budgets, builds sustainable growth, and makes sure every service we offerâboarding, daycare, rescue reliefâstays accessible and uncompromising in quality. Paulâs vision is simple: a thriving business that channels its success back into exceptional care for every pet who walks through our doors.
Tori Grasso
Co-Founder and CTO
Toriâs lifelong fascination with technology and animals comes together at TheDoodPack, where she architects the tools that keep every guest safe, comfortable, and connected. Backed by degrees in computer science, marketing, and mathematics, she turns complex data into simple, pet-focused solutionsâfrom online booking to real-time care updates. Toriâs journey started on Rover during college and has grown into a mission to pair innovation with compassion. Off duty sheâs happily herded by four furry âproduct testersâ: Skye and Hazel, her original feline duo; Gus, a mischievous tabby; and Maci, an exuberant Aussie Doodle. Supported by a close-knit family and a team that shares her passion, Tori feels lucky to use her skills for a cause she lovesâadvancing TheDoodPackâs vision of home-style care for every pet.
Toriâs lifelong fascination with technology and animals comes together at TheDoodPack, where she architects the tools that keep every guest safe, comfortable, and connected. Backed by degrees in computer science, marketing, and mathematics, she turns complex data into simple, pet-focused solutionsâfrom online booking to real-time care updates. Toriâs journey started on Rover during college and has grown into a mission to pair innovation with compassion. Off duty sheâs happily herded by four furry âproduct testersâ: Skye and Hazel, her original feline duo; Gus, a mischievous tabby; and Maci, an exuberant Aussie Doodle. Supported by a close-knit family and a team that shares her passion, Tori feels lucky to use her skills for a cause she lovesâadvancing TheDoodPackâs vision of home-style care for every pet.
Rescue Team
Sam C.
Volunteer Coordinator
Sam brings a nurseâs eye for detail and a rescuerâs heart to TheDoodPack. After years of caring for people in the medical field she now pours that same calm focus into our animals and the volunteers who love them. As Volunteer Coordinator she grows our foster network, plans community events, and makes sure every new supporter feels welcomed and prepared. Her gift for clear communication keeps schedules smooth, transports on time, and every rescued Dood one step closer to a home. With Sam on board our outreach is set to expand and help even more pets find the families they deserve.
Sam brings a nurseâs eye for detail and a rescuerâs heart to TheDoodPack. After years of caring for people in the medical field she now pours that same calm focus into our animals and the volunteers who love them. As Volunteer Coordinator she grows our foster network, plans community events, and makes sure every new supporter feels welcomed and prepared. Her gift for clear communication keeps schedules smooth, transports on time, and every rescued Dood one step closer to a home. With Sam on board our outreach is set to expand and help even more pets find the families they deserve.
Alicia N.
Foster Dood
Professional treat dispenser, belly rub enthusiast, and part-time chew toy. I foster dogs because my house just wasnât covered in enough fur and chaos already! My special talents include convincing nervous pups that the vacuum isnât a monster, translating barks into full conversations, and giving the best grooming sessions. I offer temporary homes, unlimited snuggles, and mildly embarrassing nicknames like âSir Wigglebuttâ and âCaptain Floof.â I have a soft spot for rescue dogs and a heart full of patience. My home is open to dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalitiesâwhether itâs socializing shy pups, helping seniors feel safe, or guiding energetic dogs through basic training, Iâm here to give them the second chance they deserve. Letting go is never easy, but seeing them find their forever homesâand knowing I helped start them on that journeyâmakes it all worthwhile. đžđ
Professional treat dispenser, belly rub enthusiast, and part-time chew toy. I foster dogs because my house just wasnât covered in enough fur and chaos already! My special talents include convincing nervous pups that the vacuum isnât a monster, translating barks into full conversations, and giving the best grooming sessions. I offer temporary homes, unlimited snuggles, and mildly embarrassing nicknames like âSir Wigglebuttâ and âCaptain Floof.â I have a soft spot for rescue dogs and a heart full of patience. My home is open to dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalitiesâwhether itâs socializing shy pups, helping seniors feel safe, or guiding energetic dogs through basic training, Iâm here to give them the second chance they deserve. Letting go is never easy, but seeing them find their forever homesâand knowing I helped start them on that journeyâmakes it all worthwhile. đžđ
The Dood Villa
Welcome to TheDoodVilla, a cozy and welcoming home where dogs and cats are part of the family. We have dedicated spaces designed for both our rescues and boarding guests, ensuring a comfortable and loving environment for every pet in our care.
Meet the Artist
With a BSBA in Operations Management from Ohio State University and a minor in Studio Art, Sara is making her mark as a sustainability analyst at American Greetings, driven to create lasting environmental change in the corporate world. She founded MacPherson Mural in 2022, serving the Cleveland, Ohio area and beyond with murals, commissioned paintings, graphic design, digital art, consulting, and more. Her artistic vision has played a crucial role in shaping our original brand identity, and her contributions are highly valued. Sara is also a proud cat mom to two rescued furballs, Finneas and Franklin!