As a small town kid who grew up on a farm, my love and experience with caring for animals is wide and extensive. From horses, cows, miniature donkeys, chickens, rabbits, cats, and dogs - I’ve done it all! My love for dogs specifically led me to extend my passion to training service dogs for 4 years at Bradley University. This entailed me to train both rescued and adopted pups in order to help them become a certified service dog! The experience taught me how to truly care for someone else’s beloved dog and exhibit the patience and passion needed to work with animals. Working with dogs that made such a special impact in someone’s life was a truly rewarding experience for me and I hope to continue making that difference through dog walking and dog sitting...and making a new furry friend is always a plus! As someone who has a lot of experience working with loved pets of others, I understand the care, patience, and love that is needed to truly get the job done! I am a teacher, so most days I am off work by 3:30 which allows me the afternoon and evening for pet care. Since I have summers off, my flexibility and availability becomes much more expansive. I care for all pets, regardless of the environment, with plenty of love and care. I enjoy spending quality time with animals by playing with them, walking them, or simply sitting and petting them. It’s all about your pet’s love language!