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                                            Olivia Laursen, CPACP

Operations Coordinator


One of only a handful of Certified Professional Animal Care Providers (CPACP) in Massachusetts, Olivia joined The Grinning Dog team in June 2019. With a dry sense of humor, a ready smile, and a steady manner, she is responsible for the care and comfort of both canine guests and their human families.
"I'm a California transplant and Mount Holyoke College alum. A longtime animal lover, I grew up with boxers, cats, rats, and frogs (and guinea pigs, canaries, crickets... you get it). Whether in a shelter, barn, zoo, or agility ring, I've long been fascinated by the human-animal relationship, and have enjoyed studying biology, agriculture, and behavior. 

In my off hours, I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, traveling, crafting, kayaking, hiking, dancing, and horseback riding. I'm often accompanied by my two fuzzy shadows!"


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What Our Clients Are Saying

"Alison and her staff provided exceptional care to not only my dog but also to me..." A. B.

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The best. Alison and her staff are terrific. My dog, Rem, hadn't spent any time boarded before we got here and he loved it there. I don't know how the dogs are all so calm, but they are. I'm lucky this is near by me. " Betsy N.

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We miss him, but we never worry about him when he's there. Wonderfully competent crew. Beautiful surroundings." Bruce K.
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250 Southampton Rd.
​Westhampton, Ma. 01027
USA
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(308) 773-4236
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    • Daily Schedule
    • The NaturePark
    • Daycare
    • Boarding
    • Custom Care
    • Transportation
    • Members Only Dog Park
    • Rates
  • Who We Are
    • Staff Gratuities
    • Alison - Owner
    • Emmy - Groomer
    • Diane
    • Christy
    • Olivia
    • Morgan
    • Beth
    • Ysabel
    • Basil
    • Kelsey
    • Zhenya
    • Aimeé
    • Brendan
    • Delaney
    • Join our Team
  • Client Portal
    • Portal How To