I've been an animal lover my whole life, growing up with a Golden Retriever and fostering 10 rescue cats over the past 10 years. I've happily sat dogs, cats, fish, and the occasional parakeet for clients in the US and China, and can handle pets of any maturity and size. I've house sat for 3 weeks before, and at one point sat a large mixed group of 12 rescue dogs + cats for 1 client! I truly believe that pets make us better people. They encourage routine and responsibility, as well as patience, forgiveness, and an active lifestyle. I feel that the love and care that you give to a four-legged family member comes back to you tenfold. If I have the opportunity to work with you, you can expect someone with experience who is calm, patient, kind, and firm at the same time. I will be diligent about following any routines or training you use, and will confirm all types of treats with you beforehand. Your fur baby will have my full attention -- whether the task at hand is walking, playing, feeding, medicating, or just plain snuggles. Trust me when I say that I will be as obsessed with your pet as you are! With me you can expect: WALKS + DROP-INS: · regular text and photo updates · medication, food and/or water refills, as necessary · doggy bags + treats HOMESTAYS: · introductory meet + greet with you + your pet(s) · daily photo updates · customizable walk schedule · regular potty breaks and/or litter box care · doggy bags + treats · TONS of snuggles, love, and attention · house monitoring: plant watering, mail/package collection, security lights DOGGY DAY CARE: *** only available in the owner's home -- contact me directly for requests *** · introductory meet + greet with you + your pet(s) · AM/PM photo updates · regular potty breaks and/or litter box care · doggy bags + treats · TONS of snuggles, love, and attention