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By Susi Williams

A Message from Susi Williams, the Founder of RTI

Susi Williams and her sister Sandy with dog Bailey

Susi Williams and her sister Sandy with dog Bailey

Hi Rin Tin Inn friends and family, this is Susi, the founder of this amazing little dream.

This Inn is something I dreamed of 40 years ago. But back then - it wasn't God's timing. He knew I needed to be a wife and mother of 4 first. Precious time flew by, but not without learning all the skills needed to run a successful dog and cat business-my husband helped name it Rin Tin Inn after the world-famous dog actor, Rin Tin Tin.

Interior facility with wooden framing during early constructionInterior facility construction progress showing spacious layout

When I started Rin Tin Inn 15 years ago, it was built on love — love for animals, and love for this community.

Thanks to Dr. Sharon Keedy, great staff members, and blessings from God, our idea was able to grow into a place families came to know and trust with their pets.

I cannot fully express how grateful I am for the support, loyalty, and trust you've shown us over the years.

Dogs playing happily in the spacious daycare area

This is not a farewell, but the start of something new and exciting. I will still be here for a while longer pouring my heart and soul into your beloved furry family members while transitioning ownership to a wonderful family-owned organization called the LKC Group. My new friends Moose, Ashley, and their dog Potato will be taking the wheel. I hope you all come to know and support them as they carry forward my dream.

Caring staff member holding a beautiful calico cat

I feel so fortunate that they want to keep the name Rin Tin Inn, and have already witnessed firsthand their love and compassion for your pets.

Because of this change, we will soon be able to offer more services, longer hours, upgraded facilities and "touch-of-a-button" technology to improve the whole experience for pets and pet parents. All while preserving the staff, history, and mission you know.

Again, thank you for the last 15 amazing years. I hope to see you at the Inn again soon with wagging tails and purring hearts.

-Susi

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