Carmen McNamara

MESA, AZ

Carmen was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on an Air Force Base. When she was still a baby, the family relocated to Fort Collins, Colorado, and at the age of twelve, Carmen’s family once again relocated to Arizona, where Carmen attended school at Arizona State University.

Growing up Carmen had all types of Animals. She housed and cared for dogs, lizards, rabbits, guinea pigs, cats, and the list goes on! It wasn’t until she had a boxer by the name of Murphy that she realized how crazy she was about dogs.

After spending over twenty years in the Electronic/Manufacturing industry, Carmen decided to change her career to something that she loved. She started volunteering with Boxer Luv Rescue where she adopted her third boxer by the name of Wilson. Shortly afterwards, she volunteered for a Pit Bull rescue where she met Louie, an un-socialized Blue Pit Bull that she grew very fond of.

Carmen’s goal is to help dogs stay in happy homes with their families. Her desire to
help people with their canine companions is driven from a personal experience.
In the past, she’s had to give up a personal dog due to behavioral issues. She
understands what that can put a family through so, she’s on a mission to
eliminate these problems.

When Carmen is not training, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Rich, and their two dogs, Kelly & Kenzie. She and Rich enjoy horseback riding, rock climbing, and dancing together.