I have looked after animals most of my life and bring a calm, caring, and responsible approach to everything I do with pets. I grew up with a family dog, and have looked after and walked friends and family dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities - whether it’s a bouncy labradoodle or a tiny dachshund with big opinions. This includes walking, feeding and sitting - whatever a dog needs to feel happy and cared for. I have a lot of hands-on animal experience. As a teenager my dream was to become a vet - but as an adult I realised my love for science was stronger and so I didn’t pursue it in the end! However, along the way I completed various animal-related work experiences, including in veterinary practices, where I got to observe consultations and surgeries and help with safely handling and restraining animals. I also volunteered in kennels and spent 10 days in Uganda helping with dog handling during rabies vaccination programmes. All of these experiences taught me how to read animal behaviour, stay calm in new situations, and always put the animal’s wellbeing first. I live in a quiet, child-free house with my partner, and we are both working professionals. We are fortunate enough to have a large fenced garden, so plenty of room for a good sniff and play, and there are also lots of safe walks nearby. I am patient, attentive, and comfortable with dogs of different ages, including puppies who need consistency and older dogs who may benefit from a gentler pace. I will follow routines or special instructions very closely, and my main goal is to make pets feel safe, relaxed, and well cared for while their owners are away or busy.