I grew up in a home with bird, cat, and large-breed dog fosters and rescues, working with farm and ranch animals, and volunteering with zoo animals - including as a gorilla nanny. I have been a trusted sitter and walker, giving care, love, and attention to the pets of zookeepers, trainers, behaviorists, DVMs and other professionals. I've administered oral and injected (both IM and SQ) medications, prepared and carefully maintained special diets, and used adaptive techniques and equipment for disabilities. My own late Shar Pei mix was about to be put down with multiple dire health conditions, covered in open wounds, and barely able to stand, when I rescued her. At the time, vets thought she had multiple litters and estimated her age at three or four years, but she went on to live a healthy, energetic, and happy 16 more years (thanks, in large part, to long walks)! My spouse has had a great time and met many wonderful neighbors and furry friends as a Star Sitter on Rover, but now has limited availability. As a pet-lover with extra time of my own, now, I'm hoping to help fill the need for knowledgeable and energetic walkers, reliable drop-ins, and highly-responsible sitters close to my house in John's Landing; close to either side of the Sellwood bridge; as well as neighborhoods to the south along Macadam / Highway 43 such as: Riverdale, Dunthorpe, Birdshill, Evergreen, Lakewood, and Downtown / Old Town Lake Oswego.