Hello! After moving to Colorado ten years ago, my work as a Mental Health Therapist at Children’s Hospital, and year long adventure traveling abroad, have reinforced my love of building new connections with clients in the spirit of curiosity, enthusiasm, and compassion. It is this thoughtful approach that I hope to bring to your home and pup family. My personal connection with dogs began while growing up caring for our family German Short and Wirehaired Pointers in the wooded heart of south-central Wisconsin. Loving and living with Nobler, Oreo, Sherpa, and Shatz, I experienced firsthand the value and importance that dogs can play in our lives as well as overall happiness. Since then, while housesitting for various friends and Rover clients, I have cared for a variety of dogs ranging in age, health needs, and energy levels and am PetCPR+ certified. My general approach though with all pups includes: - Use reinforcement whenever possible, rather than punishment. - Maintain a firm + calm pack leader approach. - Combine work + play at every visit. While your pups are my number one priority, they are not the only ones being taken care of while you’re away! In addition to knowing your home is safer with someone present in your absence, you can also expect: - Maintenance of a clean and organized space - Respect of your privacy and any house rules - Completion of light housework as needed AND at the end of each stay (e.g., put out trash, collect mail, clean kitchen and used areas, light sweeping and/or mopping). I look forward to meeting, walking and loving your dog(s)!