Growing up in a household with dogs, chickens, hermit crabs, tortoises, and fish, I've always loved and cared for animals. I have substantial pet-sitting and house-sitting experience, with many neighbors entrusting me to love and care for their animals, yards, plants, and houses. I also have hundreds of hours of volunteer experience, many of which I've spent dog-walking, facilitating adoptions, training, and working in the pet ICU of Austin Animal Center. These opportunities have proven my consistent responsibility and cultivated expertise in animal training, walking, and communication