Hi! Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile and learn about my experience petsitting! I have a lifetime of experience caring for my family's pets and neighbors pets in my youth. Professionally, I have over 16 years of paid experience petsitting with many clients using me for 8+ years. Caring for animals is my full-time job and I love it! I am college educated and hold both a BA and MA. I am ABD on a Ph.D (but sadly will not be finishing due to a medical diagnosis). Prior to petsitting full time, I was a teacher and worked with children in a variety of capacities, so I have passed one of the strictest background checks. I am an experienced sitter who knows how to handle emergencies and has strong communication skills. I pay close attention to your pets and learn what their normal is - if I spot something that seems unusual - you are the first to know and we work together on next steps. Safety is a big deal to me and I always make sure your pets are secure. When I am walking them, I use a walker belt in most situations to make sure they are attached to me at all times. I've been told by clients that I am a pet whisperer and have successfully befriended some of the most shy and anxious dogs and cats. I am easily able to match a pets energy and understand animal behavior well. I have tons of patience so I listen to an animal's cues to let me know how to proceed. This has helped me work with a variety of temperaments and personalities and cater each service to you and your pets specific needs and expectations. While I am not a certified trainer, I do know the basics and can work with your pup on walks. Have particular commands or behaviors you are working on during walks? Let me know and I'll keep things as consistent as possible. I am very experienced with overnight sitting. My shortest sitting was one day and the longest was over 3 weeks. I provide updates at least 2-3 times a day with photos (I love pet photography!) and often times more unless you prefer less updated. With a sitting, if your pet goes on regular walks, I'll take them on walks, and follow their feeding schedule, and administer medications if needed. I am experienced in giving all kinds of medications such as oral injections, pills, ear and eye drops, and insulin. With overnight care, I'll stay overnight in your home and follow their routine as close as possible, leaving to do other walks and visits, as well as my own training and care for my pets, but all remaining time is spent with your pets. I can bring in packages, mail, bring/return trash bins to the curb, water plants, and do light housekeeping. I do offer additional services (e.g., grocery shopping prior to your return, errands) to make your life a little easier upon return, but these must be planned in advance to ensure it fits in my schedule - and these are at an additional fee. Ask for details if you are interested! Walks are in your neighborhood and customized to your pet. I offer walks starting at 30 mins and can modify duration up to 2 hours. Drop-In Visits are in your home and do not include walks, unless you do not have a yard, in this case, I take them on a very quick potty break. Drop-Ins are great for meals, companionship, medication administration, litter box cleaning, etc. They start at 30 minutes but can be customized for longer. Whether you have a new puppy, an energetic puller on walks, a shy pet, a super senior, or a special needs pet, I have you covered! Reach out if you have any questions and would like to set up a meet and greet to make sure we are a good match! Thank you for your time and consideration!