Name: Marielle Rankin
Title: Bather/Groomer
Location: Barkefellers Indianapolis Northeast
Where did you grow up?
Brownsburg, IN
Where did you go to school?
Brownsburg High School and currently working towards my bachelor’s degree online through Indiana University.
What’s your favorite thing about working with dogs?
My favorite thing about working with dogs is seeing how excited they are to come into Barkefellers and see the employees!
What’s your favorite part of your job?
I love building relationships with the dogs, especially those a little more anxious about grooming, and seeing how excited they become.
How many years of experience do you have working with dogs (and how many of those are at Barkefellers)?
I have been working with dogs for 3 years, 2.5 of which have been with Barkefellers.
What are you most looking forward to this year?
I am looking forward to being a full-time groomer this year and graduating in May with my bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
Do you have any pets of your own?
Yes, I have 2 dogs, Rascal and Katana.
What hobbies do you have outside of work?
Outside of work, I also coach middle school cheerleading, but I also enjoy hiking, traveling, and binge-watching the same couple of shows repeatedly.
What is the most exciting thing on your bucket list?
The most exciting thing on my bucket list is skydiving in Australia.
What do you listen to while in your car?
Everything from rock and early 2000s hip hop to R & B and country.
