Hi! I'm Amya, a community college student transferring next fall to study Animal Science with the goal of becoming a veterinarian. I currently work at a veterinary clinic as an assistant and kennel technician and I volunteer at a wildlife center, where I provide and assist with daily care for animals while also gaining valuable knowledge about their health and well being. I've always had a passion for animals and I absolutely love working with animals of all kinds, sizes, personalities, and life stages. Working in a veterinary clinic and caring for boarding pets has given me the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with both pets and their owners while gaining hands on experience providing quality, knowledgeable care. From energetic puppies to sweet senior dogs and even the spiciest cats, I've learned that every pet has unique needs and deserves individualized attention. In addition to my professional experience I also care for my pets of my own. Including my turtle, Mikey, who I've had since I was eight years old, as well as my two dogs. Over the years, I have cared for a total of five dogs ranging from 15 to 170 pounds through their puppy, adult, and senior stages of life. I have been heavily involved in the daily and medical care of each of my dogs. The most significant experience came from caring for my dog, Hannah, who I had for fourteen years. As she grew older, she developed several health conditions that required multiple surgeries. During her recovery, I was responsible for administering her medications, monitoring her healing, and assisting her with walking for several weeks after her spinal surgery. Caring for Hannah gave me my first hands on experience supporting a senior dog with complex medical needs and is the reason I developed such a passion for caring for senior and special needs pets. I've also cared for dogs belonging to family members while they were away, whether it was for a weekend, an extended trip, or just while they were busy with work. During those times, I made it a priority to keep each dog's routine as consistent as possible so they felt comfortable and secure in my or their own home. Treating them with the same love and care that I give my own pets. In addition to dogs and cats, I have a special passion for exotic animals and I am happy to provide drop-in care for reptiles, birds, rabbits, fish, and other small pets. I understand that many exotic species have unique husbandry and care requirements, so I'll carefully follow your feeding, habitat maintenance, and care instructions to help ensure your pets remain healthy and safe.