PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Lifelong animal lover with more than 20 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and other companion animals. I have personally owned and cared for dogs since the age of 8, giving me experience with a wide variety of breeds, personalities, energy levels, and sizes—from small Chihuahuas and Dachshunds to large English Mastiffs and Basset Hounds. I understand that every pet has different needs and that responsible pet care means patience, consistency, safety, attention to detail, and treating every animal like part of the family. I enjoy spending time with dogs, taking them on walks, playing with them, providing companionship, and making sure they feel comfortable, safe, and cared for while their owners are away. ANIMAL CARE EXPERIENCE Lifelong Dog Ownership & Care 20+ Years of Hands-On Experience Experience caring for and living with: - English Mastiffs - Basset Hounds - Dachshunds - Chihuahuas - Terriers - Dogs of different sizes, temperaments, and activity levels - Multiple dogs within a household - Dogs requiring additional daily care and medication Experience Caring for a Dog With Epilepsy I also have hands-on experience caring for my dauchhound mix, DaVinci, who has epilepsy. His care requires consistency, close observation, and daily medication according to his routine. This experience has taught me the importance of carefully following medication instructions, maintaining a consistent schedule, monitoring behavior and health, and staying calm and attentive when a pet needs extra support. Because of this experience, I understand that some pets require more than basic feeding and exercise. I am comfortable following an owner's detailed care instructions and providing patient, attentive care for pets with additional daily needs. Other Animal Experience I have also personally cared for and maintained: - Tuxedo cats - Rabbits/bunnies - Exotic fish species - Freshwater aquarium environments This experience has taught me that different animals require different routines, environments, feeding schedules, exercise, enrichment, and attention. PET CARE SKILLS - Dog walking and exercise - Playtime and enrichment - Feeding according to owner instructions - Fresh water and meal routines - Following medication schedules and detailed care instructions - Basic grooming and brushing - Cleaning up after pets - Providing companionship and attention - Monitoring pets during walks and play - Recognizing changes in normal behavior - Caring for both large and small dog breeds - Working with different personalities and energy levels - Following detailed owner instructions - Maintaining a safe and clean environment - Giving pets patience, reassurance, and positive attention - Providing attentive care to pets with additional daily needs MY APPROACH TO PET CARE I believe pets deserve the same patience, respect, and care that I would want someone to provide for my own animals. Before caring for a pet, I like to learn the owner's preferences, the pet's personality, feeding routine, walking habits, favorite activities, medication or care requirements, and any important house rules. My goal is for every dog in my care to receive plenty of exercise, attention, affection, and safe supervision while giving their owner peace of mind. I take pet care seriously and understand that owners are trusting me with a member of their family. I strive to provide dependable, compassionate, and personalized care for every animal I look after.