Meet The Team

Susan - Founder & Owner

Bill - Owner

Susan is the founder of Copyright Pet Resort. With the help of her husband, Bill Knox, Susan's dream of owning Copyright Pet Resort became a reality when they opened the doors in 1980. This year marks 38 years that Copyright has been caring for animals. Copyright got its name in honor of her grandfather who owned a printing business. Susan's love for animals began as a child with her father and his love for Boston Terriers. At a young age, Susan became a handler and began to show Boston Terriers and Doberman Pinchers with AKC. She carried the legacy of the printing business with the naming of her Doberman's (Carbon Copy). After many years of hard work and dedication here at Copyright, she has taken up the hobby of landscaping and relaxing near her Koi pond with Petey, her fur baby. Susan has two children, Chris and Patrick, and two grandchildren, Kinley and Adalyn.

Erika - Groomer

Erika graduated from Animal Behavior College's hands-on grooming program in 2015 and began working as a dog groomer at Copyright Pet Resort that same year. She has 3 fur babies of her own - Sebby, Ozzy, and Artaban. When she's not sitting down to a good book, Erika is finding all sorts of fun doggie activities for them to do, from fast CAT to 5ks.

Rhoda - Receptionist

With over 15 years of experience in customer service, Rhoda has had the pleasure of connecting with people from all walks of life. She thrives on building relationships and making new friends. She is the oldest of two girls and a proud dog mom to two fur babies, Clutch and Max. When she's not serving customers, you can find her exploring new destinations with her husband Brandon, who shares my passion for travel and cars. They are both part of a car show production team, which takes them on exciting adventures across the country. During the summer, you'll find her soaking up the sun on the lake with family and friends. She believes laughter is the best medicine, and she always strives to bring a smile to someone's face. Animals have a special place in her heart, and she is always advocating for their well-being. Rhoda looks forward to continuing to serve and connect with amazing people like you!

Brianna - Bather

Brianna Standlea is an animal lover. She worked at a veterinary clinic in Kansas during high school, then later moved to Tennessee after she graduated. She now lives in Rickman with her fiancé, three cats, dog, and ball python. Brianna has over 10 years of experience in pet care. Her hobbies include playing video games, sewing, reading, and playing with her pets.

Logan - Kennel Cleaner

Logan joined in 2018 during high school and graduated in 2020. He is now in college for mechatronics working towards his degree. He enjoys tinkering with his 4-wheeler and is currently rebuilding a motorcycle.

Kyndall - Daycare Attendant

Kyndall has been working at Copyright for nearly 2 years now. Her love and care for animals shows in the way she interacts with them daily. She graduated from Upperman High School in 2022 and since has focused on working with animals as she trains to be a groomer. You can find her running around the kennel, cuddling all the cute faces and helping out the team. In her free time, she can be found fishing, hiking, and spending time on the lake.

Tawny - Daycare Attendant

Tawny's love for animals started young. She spent most of her upbringing watching training videos and behavioral videos on dogs and even horses at times. She has trained horses and is now finding her way into the dog training world. She has worked as a daycare attendant for many years and says she wouldn't trade it for the world. In her free time, you can find her going on walks around cane creek with her pup Nel and her husband.

Hayley - Manager

Hayley began working at Copyright Pet Resort in 2020 as a kennel receptionist, now manager of the kennel you can often find her advertising, marketing and helping run around the crew during the day. She has a bachelors of animal science, with a biology minor, and is animal CPR and veterinary assistant certified. She previously worked at a veterinary clinic in Chattanooga, TN where she grew up before moving up here to Cookeville, TN for college. During her free time you can often find Hayley reading a good book, exploring nature with her pup Cove or doing a puzzle (at least trying to).

Joss - Activity Attendant

Joss moved to Cookeville in 2022. She joined copyright in May of 2025 while she attends high school and earns her first job experience! She is a proud dog mom of a Alaskan Malamute Named Nero who she enjoys taking to the dog park. He loves to follow her around work and explore the daycare yard. She hopes to one day move into esthetician work.