About Us
"Hope is one of my favorite words.”
I believe that hope is the expectation that what is wanted can be had. Hope believes that events will turn out for the best. That there is a secure future and good will prevail! If you have hope, you will inspire another to hope and then others will follow. What you hope for, but does not come to fruition, may just be because it is not your destiny. So then, you just have to have Faith.
Canine to Five was built on hope and faith many years ago! And from my hope and faith a mindful, helpful and impactful team has grown of woman and men who make tremendous contributions to the community we serve and the families we touch.
What we do as a team allows our clients to hope for whatever they want.
“There is no connection quite like that between a human and their canine companion. It overflows with respect, love, truth, compassion, and adventure—without judgment or condemnation. It’s magical, really. To be greeted each day with love, admiration, and pure gratitude every time you open a client’s door—well, there’s no better feeling in the world. You’re working in tandem with nature, and it’s both inspiring and invigorating.”
Chrissy Wohltmann, Founder
Our Team
Chrissy Wohltmann
Founder
Sometimes life nudges us toward our true purpose in the most unexpected ways. I remember watching a movie where a character took a break from her job and stumbled into dog walking — and something about that moment lit a spark in me. At the time, I was at a crossroads in my own career. The 2007 financial crisis had shaken everything, yet I noticed the pet care world was quietly thriving. It made sense — our pets are family. Even when life feels uncertain, we make room for love.
So I started asking, Would you hire a dog walker? How many days a week? And the answer kept coming back — yes. That’s how Canine to Five was born: from curiosity, faith, and a deep love for dogs. What began with one walk a day grew, step by step, into a thriving community of over 150 furry friends. Canine to Five is more than a business — it’s a story of resilience, connection, and the beautiful places life takes us when we dare to follow what feels right.
Favorite Food: Pasta with olive oil, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and summer vegetables…simple, clean and tasty.
Favorite Toy: Camera
Favorite Past-Time: Watching movies
Naughtiest Deed: Embarrassing my kids
Pet Peeves: Dogs that walk their owners
Known Accomplices: A lady needs some secrets!
Cara Kelly
Operations Manager & Co-Host of Dog is Love Podcast
Since June of 2010, Cara Kelly has been part of the Canine to Five family—a place that felt less like a job and more like a calling. After three adventurous years in Jackson Hole, she returned home to Baltimore seeking something that would nourish her love for the outdoors, for nature, and for the soulful connection she feels with animals. She found it here.
Today, Cara and her husband, Brendan, make their home on a peaceful farm in Sparks, Maryland, alongside their beloved Chocolate Lab, Juniper Peach. And when she’s not out walking dogs under the open sky, you can find her sharing her heart through song—an active voice in Baltimore’s vibrant music scene, reminding us all that purpose can sing through every part of life.
Visit www.carakellyandthetelltale.com for upcoming shows or to download some of her tunes!
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Toys: My guitars!
Favorite Past-Time: Playing music and hiking with my pup
Naughtiest Deed: I’ve snuck backstage at a concert or two…
Pet Peeve: People who don’t like dogs…they are not to be trusted.
Known Accomplices: My hubby, Brendan and our naughty chocolate lab, Juni
Emory Knott
For the past three years, Emory Knott has brought her gentle spirit and creative heart to the Canine to Five family. An artist at her core, Emory once walked through a season of stillness and struggle, navigating the quiet shadows of depression. But in the simple, joyful rhythm of walking dogs—one paw print, one breath, one moment at a time—she discovered a path toward healing.
Dog walking became more than a job; it became her therapy, her movement, her way back to herself. Today, Emory continues to create art for the pure joy of expression, with hopes that one day her work will find its way into the world—just as she’s found her way back into the light.
Favorite Food: Chicken Tikka Masala
Favorite Toys: Switch
Favorite Past-Time: Sketching
Naughtiest Deed: Spent way too much on cool artwork
Pet Peeves: Remembering what you forgot to pack once you’re too far to turn around
Known Accomplices: Brother
Dog Walker
Ellie McGregor joined the Canine to Five family in April 2024, bringing with her a heart full of care and a spirit ready for something new. After three years of part-time work in a nursing home, she felt a quiet nudge for change—a pull toward something lighter, freer, and full of joy. She found that in dog walking. From the very first day, she fell in love—with the movement, the sunshine, and the simple happiness of wagging tails.
When she’s not out walking dogs, Ellie fills her days with creativity and comfort—cooking nourishing meals, getting lost in good stories, crocheting cozy creations, and diving into the imaginative worlds of her favorite video games. Her days are a blend of heart, care, and joy—both in her work and in her world.
Favorite Food: Mangoes
Favorite Toys: My crochet hooks
Favorite Past-Time: Listening to music
Naughtiest Deed: Napping for much longer than I intended to
Pet Peeve: People who can’t relax
Known Accomplices: My dogs Daisy and Pee-Wee!
Ellie McGregor
Dog Walker
Lynne Caddick
Overnight Dog Sitting Specialist
Since 2015, Lynne Caddick has been a cherished member of the Canine to Five family, bringing wisdom, warmth, and a deep sense of care to her role as an overnight specialist. After dedicating 25 years to healthcare, she followed her heart into a new chapter—one filled with freedom, travel, and the unconditional love of animals. Now retired, Lynne continues her calling as a full-time pet sitter, caring for furry friends not only in Baltimore but across the country.
When she’s not on the road, Lynne fills her life with the things that inspire her most—music, theater, museums, and the arts. For her, each day is an invitation to live fully, love deeply, and find beauty in every experience.
Favorite Food: Vodka (it’s from potatoes, which is my second favorite!)
Favorite Toy: Sadly, my phone
Favorite Past-Time: Traveling
Naughty Deed: Climbing out of my bedroom window when I was 18 with a mini dress in my bag so I could go out to a club. 🫣
Pet Peeve: Littering and being lost
Known Accomplices: So many… They know who they are!
Zoe Larbig
Overnight Dog Sitting Specialist
Zoe Larbig has been a member of the Canine to Five team since October 2016—a journey that began serendipitously while she was earning her degree at Towson University. What started as a simple opportunity to walk dogs blossomed into a deep connection with a community built on care, trust, and heart.
Today, Zoe calls the Eastern Shore of Maryland home, where she lives in Ridgely with her loving fiancé, Tanner; three wonderful step-children, Bentlie, Parker, and Zoie (yes—two Zoies!); their sweet dog, Winnie; and a trio of lively chickens who keep life interesting. Though she no longer walks dogs daily, she remains a beloved member of the Canine to Five team as a devoted pet sitter.
During the week, Zoe serves as the Director of the Ateaze Senior Center in Dundalk, MD, where she brings joy and connection to a vibrant 60+ community. On weekends, you’ll often find her outside—riding horses, soaking up nature, and chasing new adventures. Through every role she holds, Zoe brings a spirit of compassion, curiosity, and wholehearted living.
Favorite Food: Tacos (of all kinds)
Favorite Toys: Weights and all the comfort items (pillows, blankets, etc)
Favorite Past-Time: Hiking, Riding horses, working out, and making sourdough bread!
Naughtiest Deed: I’m not a very naughty person haha
Pet Peeve: Hearing people chewing…makes me want to rip my ears off
Known Accomplices: My fiancé and the kids because the kids want to be involved in everything lol
Cristian Herrera
Dog Walker
Cristian is the newest bright spirit to join the Canine to Five family. A Towson High School graduate and full-time dog walker, he brings an infectious energy and a heartfelt love for animals to every walk. His days are filled with movement, joy, and the quiet companionship that only dogs can offer—each step reminding him of the simple beauty in connection and care.
When he’s not exploring the neighborhood with his four-legged friends, you can find Cristian running, playing tennis, or cheering on his favorite teams—always with his loyal 12-year-old Pug, Bonnie, by his side. With every tail wag and happy greeting, Cristian is building bonds rooted in trust and love, caring for each Canine to Five dog as if they were his own.
Favorite Food: Steak
Favorite Toy: Tennis Racket
Favorite Past-Time: Working out and buying vinyl records
Naughtiest Deed: Sneaking an extra slice of pizza on game night
Pet Peeve: People who eat with their mouth open!
Known Accomplices: My girlfriend, Sadie
Eloise Sayles
Dog Walker & Marketing Manager
Eloise has been part of the Canine to Five family—on and off—for the past eight years. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, she built a successful design career in New York before deciding to take a break from city life and her role to explore what’s next—potentially to move abroad. She brings her creativity and heart to everything she does, balancing her roles as a full-time dog walker and Marketing Manager with grace and passion.
Hardworking, dedicated, and endlessly caring, Eloise lives life as both an artist and designer, often spending her downtime painting, drawing, or creating anything that reflects her vibrant imagination.
Favorite Food: Bread and butter or a good steak frites! I also love a good sweet treat.
Favorite Toy: A pen
Favorite Past-Time: Painting and Designing:) As well as exploring a new city!
Naughtiest Deed: Too many…..
Pet Peeve: Rude & mean people.
Known Accomplices: My friends and my sister
Lisa Dippel
Dog Walker
Lisa is a radiant new addition to the Canine to Five family but at heart has always been with the company due to being Chrissy’s sister. After a fulfilling career in teaching, Lisa has embraced this next chapter with an open heart and deep gratitude. Over the years, she has lovingly walked and cared for many of our clients’ dogs, each one leaving a special imprint on her soul.
Together with her husband, Tim, Lisa is raising three young adults who are navigating their own paths in life. She finds her joy in the great outdoors — snowboarding and hiking whenever she can — and cherishes visiting friends in different states, always seeking connection, laughter, and a sense of adventure.
Lisa brings warmth, wisdom, and a grounded spirit to everything she does, embodying the heart of what Canine to Five is all about.
Favorite Food: Homemade Popcorn
Favorite Toy: Pickle Ball Racket
Favorite Past-Time: Taking Photos
Naughtiest Deed: Wouldn’t you like to know…
Pet Peeve: Dishes in the sink
Known Accomplices: Tim and Chrissy
