Katie Bonham - Owner/Master Stylist
My name is Angela 'Katie' Bonham. My family moved to Colorado in 1994. I graduated high school in Buena Vista, Colorado then went on to college at UNC in Greeley, Colorado. I moved to Colorado Springs in 2001 and groomed my first dog and also continued college courses through PPCC. I have been grooming and handling dogs for over 24 years.
I LOVE WHAT I DO. Most of all, I love to serve and to see other people be of service to the community.
We are in the business of serving, our goal is to make every client (whether human or animal) FEEL loved and respected as they should be every day. I am full of sincere integrity and hold true to very respectful morals and values.
I have always felt a need to serve and know how wonderful it feels to help others. I have known hard times, times of poverty, times of grief, times of desperation, struggle, and sadness....but most of all, times of triumph, tears of joy, and reminders that we serve a very real and faithful GOD.
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My grandfather was in the Navy and fought in WWII, my uncle was in the Army and fought in Vietnam, my brother served in our Navy and my husband did 4 tours to Iraq and Afghanistan fighting in the current war. I have a VERY special place in my heart for our military men and women!! We offer a military discount ANY DAY OF THE YEAR.
My family is in the business of loving God and loving others. We strive hard to do the right thing, always.
We want to help the community and those who support us in any way we can, therefore it is equally important to us to hire a staff fully capable of understanding our hearts to serve.
We are pleased to introduce the below-listed staff. All staff members go through a long hiring process and rigorous drug testing. We thank them from the bottom of our hearts for serving as a team with us.
Rakalynn - Salon Executive
I've always had a huge heart for animals! Honestly, I never thought I'd work at a salon, but here I am doing what I love most. I love every single dog that walks into our salon. A lot of the time when no one has seen me in a while, it is because I'm in the kennels loving on the dogs! I have two puppy dogs, one is named Simba and he is a German Shepherd/ Border Collie mix. The other one is named Orien and he is a Boston Terrier! I'm more than grateful to be part of your sweet and wonderful dog's life!
Su'Rah- Business Operations Leader/ Mentor
I am from Orangeburg, South Carolina but have moved in and out of Colorado Throughout my life. I have an Associate degree in Psychology from Orangeburg Tech. I am currently working on gaining my Masters degree in Biblical Studies and Theology from Colorado Christian University.​
Ashley - Chief Operating Officer​
I’ve lived in Colorado my whole life. I was a lifeguard for seven years before I started my journey at Serenity Paws. I have loved working here for the past five years and I love all the animals I get to meet. I have owned a variety of different animals. I have three leopard geckos, two bearded dragons, a crested gecko, and two dogs.
Faith- Senior Leader
I have lived in Colorado my whole life. I have two dogs and one cat. My biggest dream in life was to help animals. I never thought it would be by helping them look better and feel better. I love it!
Mayce- Client Relations
I was born in Kansas and I moved to Colorado at a young age. I have a lifelong love of animals. Currently training and hoping to strengthen my connection with animals by becoming a groomer once I graduate. I have a miniature Aussie of my own named Gabby! We like to hike and watch TV dramas in our free time.
Geoff- Behavioral Therapy/Case management
I was born in California but moved to Colorado Springs when I was 2. I obtained my Bachelor of Psychology from Brigham Young University and will continue into graduate school for adolescent psychological research. I have over 2 years of practice as a Behavioral Therapist and currently work as a case manager of our program for sober candidates. I enjoy bouldering, hunting, and writing, and I am working on publishing some books! I have lived with dogs my whole life and currently have an adorable Japanese Spitz named Kenji.
Madi-Front desk/Bather
I moved to Colorado in 2018 and I’ve loved it since. I love music and dogs! I have three dogs of my own, a purebred white boxer named Merci Lynn, a dachshund named Buddy, and my youngest, a border collie mix named Dutchie. I love working with dogs and I get excited to come to work!
Lisa- Pet Stylist
​​​​​​Mother of three kids and three fur babies. I found a passion for groom in 2022 and have been blessed enough to find a home with Serenity Paws learning and refining my skills in this amazing work from the best people in town.​​
Emily- Grooming Assistant
I moved to Colorado in June 2009 with my family. I lived in two other states before moving to Colorado. I have 3 dogs, 1 fish. I have 2 sisters and 1 brother, and I live with my mom and stepdad. I often see my dad and stepmom in Tennessee and I see their 3 dogs. I love animals and have a passion to take care of them. I know a lot about animals, it's my favorite thing to talk about!
Lydia- Grooming Assistant
I moved to Colorado Springs when I was 8, and have lived here for more than 12+ years. I have 5 brothers, 2 sisters-in-law, and a niece and nephew that I love playing with. I live with my dad and stepmom, who have 3 cats and an Australian Cattle Dog. On weekends I stay with my mom and stepdad, who now have 5 cats! I LOVE all pets!