What sets me apart is the depth of experience I bring, even though I’m new to Rover and don’t have reviews here yet. Before joining Rover, I spent three summers in Arizona sitting for families who left town during the heat. Many of those stays were several weeks or several months, and the trust built there kept me booked through word-of-mouth alone. After that, I began traveling between Arizona and San Francisco for work and started using TrustedHousesitters. For the past 4 years, I’ve been sitting consecutively in San Francisco/Bay Area, San Diego, Los Angeles/Orange County and Arizona with no breaks. I currently have over 40 five-star reviews on TrustedHousesitters from families who relied on me to care for their dogs and homes. I work from home, so dogs get nearly constant companionship throughout the day. With 25 years of experience working in healthcare, I bring a naturally calm, observant, and empathetic approach to caring for pets, which helps dogs feel secure when they’re missing their owners. I’ve cared for puppies who need structure and patience and senior dogs who benefit from slower walks, medication routines, and extra gentleness. I now only sit for dogs and especially enjoy breeds like Bernadoodles, Goldendoodles, Labs, Golden Retrievers, Pitbulls, and Boxers. One thing that truly sets my care apart is enrichment. I love taking dogs to explore different parks, beaches, and neighborhoods so they get variety and stimulation. If you’re comfortable with it, I can safely transport your dog in my car for these outings. I send daily photos and updates, follow your routines closely, and treat your dog with the same care and affection I’d give my own.