Our Team

Charles Maneikis:
Charles started The Modern Dog Boston in 2009 serving solely as dog walking and overnight care. Charles is a lab-guy growing up with with a yellow lab named Wilber and currently has a black lab named Samantha. Prior to starting The Modern Dog, Charles attended Stonehill College and also worked at Neponset Animal Hospital.
Erica Keenan:
Cousin to Charles, Erica began working for The Modern Dog Boston August of 2012. She currently works as the head manager of the store and walks dogs on a part time basis. Former resident of Milton now currently in Dorchester, also owns a German Shepherd named Chara. Erica has always been a dog lover and owner.
Cayley Hyers:
Cayley comes to us with 10 years of dog walking experience. Additionally, she has worked in veterinary hospitals, kennels and as a puppy playgroup operator. She lives in Dorchester and has a mixed-breed pup named Harry and a kitty named Jake.
Aggie Flaherty:
Aggie is a longtime resident of Dorchester and has loved dogs since receiving one on her 3rd birthday. She is married with two children and enjoys being able to spend her days outdoors as a walker.
Hayley Meara:
Hayley has grown up loving animals, especially dogs! She owns two, whom are named after Bruins players, Neely & Riley. Her duty is primarily in the store but walks on occasion in the St. Mark's area.
Emily Fitzpatrick:
Nothing has stopped Emily from showing her passion with dogs. She brought her dog Onyx home from West Virginia as a nice surprise for the family. Her work prior to the Modern Dog was at BYOB in South Boston. She currently works both dog walking and in the store as well.