Greetings! I grew up in a dog-centered home -no fewer than four shepherds at a time! - and have sadly been without a pack of my own for several years now. Landlords have a way of limiting joy, don’t they? Though I am fortunate enough to have a fur niece just a few neighborhoods away - and take advantage of every opportunity to walk, snuggle, and generally fawn over her - I am actively seeking more quality time with every canine I can spoil! In addition to decades of dog care-taking, I am an educator with a focus in behavior therapy; my understanding of reinforcement, coupled with my gentle and patient demeanor, makes me an ideal stand-in for evening walks, weekend activities, and occasional house-sitting!