Dog Boarding

Deanna Bodie - Kennel Manager

Deanna Bodie has been surrounded by pets of all kinds ever since childhood. As a child she dreamed of working with animals and having her own farm someday. As a teenager, that dreamed came true as she had the pleasure of working with animals starting in the 1980s with Kandy Boatwright, former owner of Powderhouse Pet Resort, in a small one-room grooming shop.  She started working there as a bather.

As Kandy's business grew, an expansion was desperately needed, and the business was relocated in 1986 to what is now Powderhouse Pet Resort. This gave Deanna the priviledge and opportunity to train and become a groomer for Kandy.

As life changes occurred such as marriage an kids, her career changed as she became a stay at home Mom. Missing the animal field, she and her husband followed her first dream and brought their first farm with horses, goats, chickens, geese, guineas, dogs and parrots. She had the opportunity to come back to Powderhouse as a permanent position became availablefor her. She was able to return to her true passion for working and caring for your pets needs. It is a truly rewarding experience for her, and she looks forward to everyday she has with pets.

Breann Staubs

Breann became a bright spot with a summer job at Powderhouse in 2008 helping in the kennel and playtime. She is staying on part-time while attending school full-time at the University of South Carolina at Aiken.

Kellyn Atkins

Kellyn's smiling face started as playtime and swimtime attendant at Powderhouse. She loves playing with the dogs, watching them swim, and getting to know them on a one-on-one basis.

Justin Rhye

When it comes to puppy mentor we have top pick of the litter for Aiken's finest. We're pleased to have Justin Rhye serving our kennels. His experience within Aiken's equestrian community and natural gift with K-9s brings assurance of quality care for your pet. Justin's eye for detail and love of animals is expressed in his excellent work.

At the tender age of 8 Justin became the proud owner of a very laid back Labrador puppy, Matilda Louise. Justin read every book he could find on K-9 care and training. Together they attended classes. This was the beginning of a love and learning between a young boy and pup. Now, Justin is 24 and "Mattie" as she is affectionately called is 16. She is still the most lovable, well trained girl ever. Folks frequently comment that they wish their children were as well trained and obedient in public!

Mentoring puppies is his specialty, teaching them to fetch, sit, stay and develop proper social skills. Through encouragement, understanding and positive training he helps puppies and older dogs develop and display their best behaviors.