Meet the people that make it all happen!
Michelle founded Peaceful Coexistence Ltd in 2024, after 8 years in the dog training industry. She dreamt of an organization that helped dog owners keep their dogs rather than only focusing on dogs in shelters and rescues. Michelle wanted to address the problem from a new angle, providing for pets and making dog training accessible to everyone. She believes that dog training should be as accessible as a parenting class, and should not cost as much as a car. Featured in her photo is Bailey, a rescue that was once aggressive due to abuse, but under the care of Michelle and her family, has now become one of the sweetest pups you could ever meet.
Michelle Mendoza
Jan joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2024 and helped kick off the Vaccine program. Jan has been in the dog world for over 20 years as a Veterinary Technician and obedience trainer. She began her career in dog showing and agility! She has a passion for caring for animals and believes that proper preventative medical care and dog training should be accessible to dog owners!
Jan Locher
Mary joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2024. Her passion for animals and excitement to learn more started young. She has grown up with dogs, and farm animals. Mary began her apprenticeship learning how to train dogs upon joining Peaceful Coexistence.
Mary Ritter
Thalia Rosales
Thalia joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2024. He passion for animals has lasted throughout her life. Thalia grew up with dogs and cats. She believes that dog training is an essential part of caring for dogs and should be accessible to everyone. Thalia enjoys sharing the importance of using the right care items for your dog.
Caitlin Thompson
Caitlin joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2024 as our Brand Manager. Her passion for dogs begins at home with her two adopted and well-loved pets, Mika and Kaiya. The Thompsons adopted their youngest dog, Kaiya at 8 weeks old from Soul Dog Rescue in Fort Lupton; and their eldest pup, Mika from Denver’s Dumb Friends League after she was surrendered as an adult at 5 years old.
Caitlin and her husband have worked diligently with Mika on correcting her reactive behaviors since the day she went home with them. The training and education they’ve received since partnering with PCE has helped them integrate Kaiya into the home with an emphasis on intentionality, consideration, and responsibility. Cultivating a clear and responsible relationship in their dogs’ lives and between their beloved pets has helped maintain order and safety within the home. She believes that providing resources and training to pet owners can have a huge impact on the success of pet ownership, preventing dogs from ending up rehomed or in a shelter.
Taylor Epply
Taylor joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2025. Her love of dogs motivates her to capture the moments of success and learning during Peaceful Coexistence events. Taylor is an active member of the dog care world, providing dog sitting services so owners can travel, knowing their dogs are at home and being well cared for!
Lara Fidalgo
Lara joined Peaceful Coexistence in 2024. Her love for dogs started at home with her own pets! Lara believes that dog training is an imperative part of raising a dog.
