I’m a full-time Foster Care Manager with a small organization dedicated to preserving the human–animal bond. I’m also in my final year of graduate school, pursuing a Master’s Degree in Veterinary Social Work. Before my current role, I worked in the field of veterinary forensic sciences, assisting law enforcement with animal cruelty investigations throughout NYC. Altogether, I bring over 12 years of paid experience across veterinary clinics, doggy daycares, animal shelters, and dog walking. I’ve handled dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, and have extensive knowledge of medical conditions, treatments, and medications. My background in animal behavior allows me to quickly recognize signs of stress, discomfort, or fear in both dogs and cats. I also love caring for exotic pets—I have the amount of years in hands-on experience with small mammals, reptiles, fish, and birds ♡ At home, I share my life with Pringlez, my 40 lb pit bull who lives with a disability from a prior traumatic brain injury. Before adopting her, I fostered numerous kittens and large dogs through both the ASPCA and NYCACC.