Back in the day when your parents came to school to talk about what they did for a living, I was always so proud. My friends and classmates thought it was so cool that my mom was and is a veterinarian. Caring for animals has always been a part of my upbringing and personal ethos. I’ve helped care for all kinds of breeds and rescues as well as cats and horses. My mom also used to breed show Pitbulls when I was young. It’s one thing to love being around animals and another to know how to take care of them in stressful situations when they fall ill or get injured. I’ve been around many dogs in emergency situations and I am very comfortable taking charge administering CPR, medications, and injections if needed. Although I don’t have professional veterinary training, I learned a lot from watching my mother work. It’s not the type of job you clock out of, but a lifestyle, an identity. I’ve been a dog lover as long as I can remember, and can’t imagine my life without them. Other than being obsessed with dogs, I’m a carefree, caring, energetic person. I kind of sound like a Golden Retriever, don’t I? I’m lucky enough to have a part-time job that allows me to play with puppies all day! But overall, my schedule is very flexible and I have plenty of time to care for your pup while you’re away. My neighbor happens to be my best friend and I can always count on her to help me out, so if there is ever a tight situation or timing conflict, she can pop by day or night––but this is the exception, not the rule. For me, caring for dogs is not just about the basics of feeding and walking. It’s about giving and receiving endless, genuine love. There’s never a better moment than when a dog looks you square in the eyes and you have that indescribable moment when you feel two souls connecting. I can honestly say I live for that moment, that bond between dog and human. My other interests include hanging out at the beach (with your pup), surfing, rollerblading, biking, yoga, and jogging. Guess you can say I’m an active beach bum. You can be sure that your pup will get lots of fresh air and exercise while under my care. I love going on adventures, both urban and in nature, so I hope to have a buddy for lots of fun! Then we’ll come home, tired but happy, and snuggle up on the couch with a good book or a movie on Netflix. I also love to cook and eat, so we’ll definitely have some great mealtimes together.