Hello! I'm Andrea. My life is centered around my home sanctuary, where I work as a shamanic medicine healer and because my clients come to my home temple, l can provide constant, dedicated presence for my furry guests. I live with my partner, who works during the day but joins in on the evening cuddles! 🛡️ The "Socialization Sanctuary" Difference I specialize in helping dogs—especially puppies and shy rescues—find their confidence. Unlike the chaotic environment of a dog park, I offer a controlled, small-pack experience: • From Hesitation to Harmony: I recently hosted a guest who arrived very shut down—tail tucked and backing away. Through gentle energy work, a grounded home environment, and gradual 1-on-1 and 1-on-2 introductions with my dogs, I helped her find her confidence. She went from needing slow introductions to learning "Sit" and "Come" alongside my pack, eventually resting peacefully in the heart of the home even during high-energy play nearby. • Social Modeling: Your pup joins our "Daily Academy." I do consistent training with my own dogs, and guests are invited to join! Whether it’s mastering the doggy door or learning their very first commands (Sit, Come, Wait), your pup “shadows” my dogs and learn through observation. • The "Off-Switch": We balance high-energy tug-of-war with structured "Settle" time in my den. I teach pups how to regulate their energy and relax even when there is activity around them. 🗣️ Advanced Communication & Play We believe in engaging a dog’s mind as much as their body. I am currently modeling "Hunger for Words" speech buttons with my own pup. Guest dogs get to observe this cognitive communication in action, stimulating their curiosity and mental focus during their stay. 🐾 Meet the Mentors • Leesi (7 yrs): My well-mannered Boxer/Staffy mix. She is a sweet, stable girl who is an expert at welcoming and calming new friends. • Blue (11 mos): My curious Pitty who has taught me so much about puppy patience. He is the perfect partner for pups who want to play hard and learn the ropes! 🏠 Why Choose the Sanctuary: • 24/7 Premium Care: Ideal for puppies, seniors, or pups with separation anxiety who require a constant, soothing human presence. • Active Lifestyle: We are a 2-minute walk from a large park for daily morning "sniffaris" and mental stimulation. • Layered Safety: A fully fenced yard with doggy door access, plus a gated deck and indoor zones for safe, supervised decompression. To maintain the grounded, calm energy of my home temple, I only welcome 1–2 guests at a time. This allows me to provide the deeply devoted care and energy that makes this a true sanctuary experience.