Board and Cordinators

President and Training Specialist

Mya Masse grew up around dogs. Her grandma bred and showed in confirmation with her Golden Retrievers. Her mother, Heather Masse, opened up a dog boarding kennel when Mya was only three years old. As a little girl, Mya began showing in confirmation and attending dog training classes. Her mom also had trainers come to the kennel and hold classes. Mya would go to sessions and observe. As she grew up, she would train dogs here and there just for fun. Once she got into high school, she realized training was her passion. She started by puppy raising a dog for another organization. Then she began doing her own training out of her mom's boarding kennel, Autumglo. Along her way she helped others train their own service dogs and even got a service dog herself and has begun training him.   

Leadership and Community Advisor 

As a dedicated mother of four and lifelong dog enthusiast, I’ve spent my life immersed in the world of canine care, training, and breeding. My passion for animals led me to open and operate a pet care facility, where I’ve had the privilege of working closely with dogs and their owners every day. Being part of a service dog organization is especially meaningful to me—I find immense joy in watching these incredible dogs make a real difference in people’s lives, offering not only support but also companionship and independence. 

  Disability Rights and Accessibility Coordinator 

 As a dedicated mother to a son with multiple disabilities, I bring both personal experience and professional passion to my role as a disability advocate. I’ve been training and showing dogs in American Kennel Club (AKC) events since the age of seven, which has given me a lifelong understanding of canine behavior and the importance of the right match between dog and handler. My passion lies in pairing each unique dog personality with a person’s lifestyle and needs—creating life-changing partnerships. I am a proud graduate of the Partners in Policymaking program and currently work full-time in health care consulting, combining advocacy, insight, and practical expertise to support individuals with disabilities and their families. I'm honored to contribute to this incredible team, where my background in disability advocacy, dog training, and healthcare come together to help others thrive 

  Client and Placement Coordinator 

 Hi! My name is Maddie, and I’m the Vice President along with the Client and Placement Coordinator of Partners with Paws Service Dogs. I help manage meetings, oversee application processes, and assist with keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. I’ve grown up surrounded by dogs my whole life, with a background in breeding and showing them, and I’m incredibly passionate about the work we do. I also have a medical alert service dog of my own, which has deepened my commitment to the service dog community. I’m currently finishing up my degree in education, and I’m so excited to combine my love for teaching with my lifelong love for dogs 

  Puppy Raiser Coordinator

 Hi I am Brianna! I’m a job coach and developer dedicated to supporting adults with disabilities in building meaningful, sustainable employment opportunities. My work focuses on empowering individuals to reach their potential through personalized coaching and community partnerships. I'm also proud to serve on the Canine Development Team, where I’ve had the privilege of puppy raising and assisting in training service dogs with Partners with Paws—combining my passion for advocacy and the incredible bond between humans and animals. 

Puppy Raiser Coordinator

I currently work at Heart and Soul Pet Grooming. I have a strong passion for dog sports and dog nutrition, always striving to help dogs live healthier, happier lives. On top of that, I’m proud to be a puppy raiser for Felix, helping shape the life of a future service dog. It has been an incredibly rewarding experience seeing the comfort and connection he brings to people. I will continue to help fellow puppy raisers and assist with the facility dog progam. I’m committed to helping these amazing dogs reach their full potential and positively impact lives

Community Relations Advisors 

My family and I have had the privilege of serving as both temporary and long-term puppy raisers, finding the experience incredibly rewarding and enriching. Professionally, I hold an executive leadership position at a third-party administration firm, where I have honed skills in strategic planning, organizational management, and team development. I am excited to leverage these skills to contribute to the facility dog program at Partners With Paws, helping the organization achieve its goals and fulfill its mission of enriching the well-being of those who serve our communities through the placement of a highly trained facility dog.

Grant Writing and Nonprofit Development Specialist

I am a dedicated mother of two daughters, one of whom has a disability and is partnered with a life-changing service dog from this incredible organization. As a special education teacher, I specialize in providing individualized instruction and support to students with cognitive and adaptive skill limitations. My personal and professional experiences have deepened my passion for advocating for individuals with disabilities and supporting the transformative role that service dogs play in fostering independence, confidence, and connection.

Canine Development Team 

Kenzie has grown up with dogs and has always had a strong passion for working with and training animals. She works along side of Mya/the team to help with training and placing our service dogs. Kenzie has been successful in training and placing autism service Dog, Annie and now works to train more pups for others along with one of her own. Kenzie is also seen at most trainings and events, she is always happy to give a helping hand to anyone and everyone!