Stephanie Leith-Ross is a seasoned operations leader with a deep commitment to team culture and purpose-driven work. A mother of three young adults and partner to a wonderful and supportive man who has called Colorado home since 1995, Stephanie brings both heart and expertise to everything she does. Since 2013, she has served as Operations Director for three family-owned distribution companies in Denver, where she managed accounts receivable and payable, HR, warehousing, logistics, and overall business operations. Whether she’s reconciling books, coaching team members, assisting with customer service, or hopping on a forklift to unload a truck, Stephanie thrives on problem-solving and creating an environment where people feel supported, successful, and valued.

Today, Stephanie brings that same heart and operational experience to her role at Wigglebutt Distribution and Anderson’s Natural Pet Food. Dan welcomed her into the team with open arms, and she immediately felt like part of a family. She now helps oversee day-to-day operations, customer relationships, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the company running smoothly. Most importantly, Stephanie is committed to honoring Dan’s legacy by continuing to nurture a positive workplace culture—and by helping more people understand the power of raw and natural feeding for their pets.

I was born with a deep love for animals. While my family wasn’t particularly fond of pets, I eventually wore them down with months of pleading—and finally, they agreed to let me have a hamster. I was elated! That little hamster became my constant companion. I did everything with him.

After three short years, he passed away, and I was heartbroken. Hoping to lift my spirits, my parents took me to the pet store to look at new hamsters. But instead of another small pet, we walked out with a dog.

That day, I learned two important things about myself. First, I was pretty good at being persuasive—especially when it came to something I truly believed in. Second, I knew I was never going to live another day of my life without a dog by my side.

Since then, my passion for animals has only grown. I've dedicated myself to learning everything I can about their welfare, nutritional needs, and emotional well-being. 

After many years in the pet industry, I am so honored to become a part of the team at Wigglebutt Distribution (formerly Anderson’s natural pets)  This opportunity is so meaningful for so many reasons.  Not only do I get to be a part of continuing the legacy for my dear friend Dan, but I also get to do it with a kick ass team of pet loving humans! I am so excited for what the future holds for our tiny but mighty company!

Vinny Fondacaro brings a unique blend of precision, creativity, and heart to his role as Operations Director. With a background in high-end culinary arts, operations, quality control, and customer satisfaction, Vinny has a deep respect for craftsmanship and process. An avid outdoorsman, he is passionate about sustainable practices—managing his own backyard beehives, harvesting honey, and mastering the art of smoking meats. As a hunter and skilled butcher, Vinny approaches his work with reverence and intention. His love language is feeding others and creating spaces—whether in the kitchen or in the workplace—where people feel cared for, connected, and set up to thrive.

Originally hired by Dan Barnet in 2020, Vinny rejoined the team in the summer of 2024 to lead Operations for Wigglebutt Distribution and Anderson’s Natural Pet Food. In this role, he oversees the warehouse team, drives the development and implementation of SOPs, streamlines logistics, ensures quality control, and manages inventory and purchase orders. Vinny works closely with the rest of the leadership team to uphold a positive culture rooted in accountability, organization, and mutual respect. His presence is instrumental in ensuring the business not only runs efficiently—but continues to feel like a place where people and pets are genuinely valued.

Julia is our Shipping Manager and the go-to person for all things shipping and customer service. She makes sure every account is cared for and takes pride in packing orders with a clean, organized touch—so customers feel just as excited opening their boxes as they do receiving them. Even though much of her day is spent behind a computer, Julia’s personable, friendly nature shines through in every interaction. She loves digging into discrepancies and never hesitates to tackle a problem head-on until it’s solved.

Outside of work, Julia is all about the outdoors. You can usually find her at the park kicking around a soccer ball or rollerblading—with her golden retriever, Westin, enthusiastically pulling her along. If there’s even a sliver of sunshine, Julia will be out chasing it. Westin may still be a pup, but he’s growing fast and has quickly become her “soul dog” and perfect adventure buddy.

Anthony is one of our energetic delivery drivers and is often described as a younger version of Paul Stewart. He brings a high level of energy to every route, which not only makes him an efficient driver but also a positive point of contact for our customers. Outside of work, Anthony loves being in the mountains—whether it’s snowboarding in the winter or hiking when the weather’s warm. He’s also passionate about music and is a DJ in his free time. His guilty pleasure? Pizza. What makes him happiest are days filled with music and time spent with his closest friends. At home, he’s kept on his toes by his three “loving but pain in the ass” pets—Easton, Oscar, and Ash.

Courtney is one of our Warehouse Associates who loves coming to work in a place where everyone treats each other with respect. A lifelong basketball player, he’s learned how to be a strong team player and to adapt quickly—skills that serve him just as well in the warehouse as they did on the court. These days, though, his favorite wins are the time he gets to spend with family and friends.

When he’s not working or shooting hoops, Courtney is a huge anime nerd, gamer, and comic book fan. He lives by the motto, “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard,” a quote from NBA star Kevin Durant that keeps him motivated and grounded. At home, Courtney and his wife share life with their two dogs: Capone, who is convinced he’s a real boy and demands all the attention, and Franky, his snack-loving sidekick who values his personal space.