Since April of 2000 my career has been with We Lov Pets and I have enjoyed every minute of it. It is my passion to work for a company that truly appreciates their community, their customers, their employees and the well being of animals. When I went to college for business management I was working for We Lov Pets with my mom who ran it at that time. I knew with my passion for business and my passion for animals I had found my career of choice. I could never be happier. I have much gratitude for all of our customers for their continued support...thank you! Along with my work family I have a husband, four little girls, two Black Labs, a bunny and fish. I enjoy spending time with my family outside in our backyard in Nashport Ohio. "Being positive in a negative situation is not naive, it's LEADERSHIP"
I was born and raised here in Zanesville, Ohio. I graduated from Tri-valley Highschool in 2013 and attended Zane State College, where I obtained my associate's degree in Applied Science, to become a medical assistant. I started working at WeLovPets in October of 2011. After graduating college, I knew my heart was here at WeLovPets. Our customers and their pets are what have truly kept me here. Over the years, I have been able to build relationships with customers and their pets, which I find to be truly rewarding. In addition, I have a passion for animals. Over the years, I have owned guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, bearded dragons, a blue-tongued skinks, finches, parakeets, and a crested gecko. Of course, when growing up, we always had a dog and a cat! I currently have two cats, a ferret, a green cheek conure, a cockatiel, and a blue front amazon parrot. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my children and family, reading, watching movies, and snuggling my fur babies.
Hello! I’m Christie Dilling one of the store managers at WeLovPets, where I’ve been proudly serving our community for 21 years. With 27 years of retail management experience and a lifetime surrounded by animals, I bring both professional knowledge and genuine passion to my work. I grew up on a farm, earned a background in business, and became a Certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist to help animals live their longest, healthiest lives through proper nutrition. At home, I share my life with three dogs, six cats, and a spirited black-capped conure named Maverick. I love being part of a small business and can’t imagine working anywhere other than here in Marietta, Ohio—helping pets and their people every day.