Meet Our Team!
Jim - Business owner
Jim is a Southern California native, growing up enjoying surfing, scuba diving and hanging out at the beach. He attended Moorpark College’s Exotic Animal Training and Management program in Moorpark, California, becoming a zookeeper and wildlife educator. He went on to become an animal care specialist and trainer in zoos and aquariums. He
Jim is a Southern California native, growing up enjoying surfing, scuba diving and hanging out at the beach. He attended Moorpark College’s Exotic Animal Training and Management program in Moorpark, California, becoming a zookeeper and wildlife educator. He went on to become an animal care specialist and trainer in zoos and aquariums. He relocated to Pennsylvania in 1993 to work in the zoo business. Jim worked locally at the Elmwood Park Zoo and created an animal education business featuring live animals called Animal Educators.
When looking for a new career direction with dogs, Jim found Cindy Horsfall’s canine hydrotherapy program. Cindy is a pioneer in canine hydrotherapy. He soon became a student of her program earning two certificates in hydrotherapy. Soon after, Surf Dog Swim Spa was created. Opening its doors in September of 2016, Surf Dog has helped countless dogs recover from various issues and has taught many the joy of swimming. Jim is married and has two adult children that share his love of dogs. He currently has two canine kids, Kira and Bryn.