Heidi Flammang

Heidi Flammang, Camp Bow Wow’s Top Dog, is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Camp Bow Wow. Founded in 2000, the Colorado-based company was created by Flammang’s vision to one day save the world, one dog at a time. Flammang is responsible for all operations of the company and is the leader of the pack for all franchisees.

Before founding Camp Bow Wow, Flammang had a career in pharmaceutical sales, but always dreamt, along with her late husband, to one day open a doggy day care. Now with over 200 franchises sold in 38 states and Canada, Flammang is recognized as a leader in her industry and an extreme lover of all dogs.

Bion and Heidi were inspired to create Camp Bow Wow in 1993 when they needed a good boarding facility during a vacation for their two adopted dogs, Mick and Winnie. At the time, they didn’t have any children and considered their dogs to be their ‘furry kids.’ As with any parent, their first instinct was to leave them with family or friends who were not always available. Next, they looked into some local kenneling facilities, but discovered they typically placed dogs in cages all day and night, with a short walk once or twice a day. They simply could not leave their “kids” under these conditions. Furthermore, Mick suffered from severe separation anxiety and when left in a cage he would rub his nose and muzzle raw. They knew there had to be a better way to keep their pets safe and happy when they were apart, and where they could have peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. This is when the concept of an all day play environment and Camp Bow Wow was born.

Flammang has a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Denver and a Business Marketing Degree from the University of Colorado-Boulder. She was born in Southern California and raised in Monument, CO. Flammang resides in Boulder, CO with her significant other Jason, her daughter Tori, their black Labrador Raider and Toy Maltese Scout.