While construction on our new shelter is underway, we will be operating from a temporary location. Foote Field, Furnace Brook Road, Cornwall Bridge. While we are getting settled there, please call before visiting 860-672-6346. If you don't reach us via phone, you can also contact us via email at manager@littleguild.org or susan@littleguild.org.
Meet Our Staff
Jenny Langendoerfer
Executive Director
Jenny joined the Little Guild in 2020 after a decade as VP of MI Integrated Media in Norfolk. Her extensive background in communications, marketing, and business development has enhanced and strengthened the Guild's mission to rescue, heal and individually nurture homeless cats and dogs.
Jenny has been involved in a broad range of local educational, recreational and economic organizations as well as a volunteer for a number of nonprofit causes. Jenny and her husband, Mike, have two sons, Barrett and Xavier. Jenny lives in Norfolk, and enjoys spending time with her family and pets, which includes their two rescue dogs Scout and Georgia and two cats, Fletcher and Cleo, both Little Guild Alumni. "Every day at the Little Guild animals are healed and loved, pet owners are supported, and families are built. It is a daily lesson in love and resilience."
Kelsey joined The Little Guild in 2021 as an animal care specialist. She has a cat, Topaz, who she adopted from The Little Guild. She enjoys being at work surrounded by the animals and helping take care of them until they find their forever homes.
Meghan Beeman
Animal Care Specialist
Spend one moment with Sue and you know just how much she loves animals. Whether it's rescuing a snapping turtle or saving an injured chipmunk, Sue never passes by an animal in need. Bursting with kindness and always ready to lend a hand, Sue is a wonderful asset to The Little Guild. Also, a truly talented baker and gardener, Sue is definitely a great person to keep close by! Sue is the mother of 3 and grandmother to 6, she lives in Norfolk with husband Alan and their rescue dog Luna!
Susan Boucher
Assistant Manager
Ann is lifetime animal lover, mother of three, and active community organizer. She jokes that her house – with a busy family, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs, 2 birds, and a tankful of fish – fits somewhere between Peaceable Kingdom and Wild America. Having worked as a creative services director for more than 20 years, Ann offers a wealth of marketing experience. She is delighted to be a part of the animal rescue world and says, “Marketing the beautiful mission and adorable animals of The Little Guild is a no-brainer …and a pleasure!”
Ann DeCerbo
Marketing & Technology
Kirsten is studying at Northwestern to become a Veterinarian Technician. She says, "There has always been passion for animals in my life!"
Kirsten Hill
Animal Care Specialist
Quick-moving and always ready with a smile and a solution, Tiffany brings years of executive management experience to the Little Guild. Asked whether the dogs are hard to manage behind the desk, Tiffany says, "Not at all. Animals have always been a constant and important part of my family." Outside of the office, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, cat and LG alumni dog!
Tiffany Lemelin
Shelter Manager
Chris joined The Little Guild in 2017 as an animal care specialist and now serves as the Facility & Transportation Manager. He brings a lifetime of passion for animals and a desire to make a difference in the rescue community in addition to a degree in marketing, and a commitment to improving the lives of our residents. Chris enjoys times with his Jack Russell Terrier and his three rescue cats.
Chris Marro
Facility Coordinator
Kelsey joined The Little Guild in 2021 as an animal care specialist. She has a cat, Topaz, who she adopted from The Little Guild. She enjoys being at work surrounded by the animals and helping take care of them until they find their forever homes.
Kelsey Turick
Animal Care Specialist
Kristen joined the Little Guild in 2024 as a bookkeeper, bringing 27 years of experience, primarily from running her own businesses. She shares her home with her husband, two daughters, a Lhasa Apso Terrier named Rosie, and a gecko named Spots. Her passions are art, gardening, and nature. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, gardening, traveling and taking walks with Rosie.
Kristen White
Bookkeeper
Spend one moment with Sue and you know just how much she loves animals. Whether it's rescuing a snapping turtle or saving an injured chipmunk, Sue never passes by an animal in need. Bursting with kindness and always ready to lend a hand, Sue is a wonderful asset to The Little Guild. Also, a truly talented baker and gardener, Sue is definitely a great person to keep close by! Sue is the mother of 3 and grandmother to 6, she lives in Norfolk with husband Alan and their rescue dog Luna!
Michael DeBarba
Certified Dog Trainer
Michael is a certified trainer and behaviorist with a passion in the obedience and behavioral side of training.. Michael is Pro Dog Trainer Core Skills Certified, as well as having acquired multiple certifications in a variety of areas of expertise: dog language and group play, engagement skills, training dogs with food, and leash skills. " I am thrilled to be a member of the Little Guild and I am very excited to help as many dogs and people as I can. I hope I can help you grow your knowledge as well and create happy, healthy well balanced lives for you and your new or existing pups!" Michael and his girlfriend enjoy living with their two dogs, Catahoula- Pitbull mix Tucker, who loves to run, senior dog Ruger, and cats Blast and Bob.
Kassidy joined The Little Guild in 2020 as an animal care specialist and was promoted to the Feline Manager in 2021. Kassidy has two cats that are little guild alumni, Cleo (previously Mary) and Keira (previously Butterscotch). Kassidy enjoys being able to help animals in need and giving them the time and attention they need to help them find their furever homes!
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Kassidy joined The Little Guild in 2020 as an animal care specialist and was promoted to the Feline Manager in 2021, and then to the Animal Coordinator in 2024. Kassidy has two cats and one dog that are Little Guild alumni: cats Cleo (previously Mary) and Keira (previously Butterscotch), and dog Bentley . Kassidy enjoys being able to help animals in need and giving them the time and attention they need to help them find their furever homes!
Kassidy Humphrey
Animal Coordinator
Having loved animals from a young age, Suzanne is a true champion to creatures of all kinds! She has worked as a certifiied Vet Tech for over 25 years, with a specialization in surgery for the past 10. She has extensive experience training both dogs and horses and has worked caring for the animals at several area farms. Currently, Suzanne owns a farm of her own in Torrington where she enjoys her many rescue animals, gardening, trail hiking, kayaking, and floating in her pond.
Suzanne Tracy, CVT
Animal Care Specialist
