I am, foremost, always grateful for any opportunity to connect with animals since I didn't grow up with my own friendly companion. As a result, I have taken care of family, friends, and co-workers' dogs and cats (and chickens, frogs, and fish!) since moving to Charlottesville, 4 years now. I treat pets as though they were mine--being attentive to their diverse needs and personalities. I'm also an amateur photographer, so my services may also potentially come with a free pet photoshoot--with your pets consent of course :) I am a graduate student whose research is computer based, so as long as I have a good wifi connection, I can be with your best friend throughout the day! My schedule is typically more open on the weekends and weeknights, but it is also flexible during the weekday. I am more than happy to work my schedule around your needs! I am trustworthy, reliable, and willing to provide as much communication (updates) as desired. When housesitting, I am also willing to water plants and other maintenance services for longer-stays.