Marla Pugh lives on 10 acres in Ellensburg, WA with her 13 animals - 7 cats and 6 dogs, including Josie, the ranch’s namesake. She got her love of animals from two of her aunts who were involved in rescue. Marla fostered for Mikey’s Chance Rescue in the Tri Cities and developed a love for special needs animals because they have resilient spirits and don’t let disabilities keep them from living their best life. Seeing a need for more rescues in her area, she started Josie’s Misfit Ranch. When she’s not rescuing animals, she runs her own communication consulting business.

Rebecca Davis lives in Selah, WA with her husband, 5 dogs, 3 horses, 2 pigs and a mini donkey. An animal lover from an early age, Rebecca has always wanted to be involved with rescues, with the dream of starting her own someday. She has adopted from several of the local rescues, walked dogs at the Humane Society and has participated in many fundraising events for animals in need. Rebecca’s full-time jobs include working for a large corporate technology company in the healthcare industry and also managing a concrete cutting business with her husband, Ron.

Katrina’s love for animals and helping others has spanned most of her life. She grew up with cats and has been working in social services & non-profits for the last 20 years. She brings her love of animals, compassion for people, and experience as a non-profit Secretary to Josie’s Misfit Ranch. In addition to being a mother to a beautiful human baby, her three cats and two dogs demand her undivided attention and regularly compete for room on her lap.

Jacobi lives in East Wenatchee with 7 cats and has two children and two grandchildren. A former volunteer and avid supporter of the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, she also has extensive experience with non-profit organizations including serving as the accountant for the Pybus Market in Wenatchee and board treasurer for the Miss East Cascades Organization.

Sonja Busby lives in Cle Elum with her husband and 2 dogs. She has always loved animals since she was a child. After working in insurance, she decided to follow her heart and became a Veterinary Assistant later in life. She loves meeting all the animals that come into Cascade Animal Clinic in Cle Elum and Valley Veterinary Hospital in Ellensburg. She is happy to be following her passion to help animals and help them live healthier, happier lives.

Tini has had a soft spot for animals since childhood, even walking all the neighbors’ dogs at age 8 in order to get her dog pets in. As an adult she has continued that love through dog walking, fostering and giving donations to rescues. She has a special place in her heart for adult pitties who are all too often overlooked but who often make the very best companions. When not squishing on dogs, Tini works as a litigation attorney for her own law firm. Her quirky foster fail Kona is usually with her at the office.

Cherie found her love for animals at a young age growing up in Kittitas County. Even as a child, she rescued and cared for homeless dogs and cats that were strays or from shelters. It wasn't until her adult life that she discovered her passion for German Shepherds because of their beauty, confidence, high energy, and sweet disposition. When not playing with her German Shepherds, you can find Cherie at Central Washington University where she has dedicated the last 24 years serving students, currently as Director of the Student Union.

Desiree is a native of Kittitas Valley and lives in Ellensburg with her husband, daughter and two dogs: Lola, a (hilarious!) Pug; and Marley, a (sweet!) Lab. In 2021, after living in Western Washington for 16 years and working in sales, Desiree and her family moved back to Ellensburg to focus on raising their 6-year-old daughter. Desiree has a huge passion for animal advocacy as well as supporting local non-profit organizations. She is also active in the school district.