**About me** I've been working in Marina del Rey as a personal assistant and am now focusing on writing and acting. I've had dogs all my life, including a black lab/springer spaniel mix (Mika, who guarded me when I was a baby and through my childhood), a cocker spaniel (Peppermint the runt, who is forever puppy-sized with a Napoleon complex), and a purebred springer spaniel (Tasha, the deaf and regal smart aleck). I've also cared for freshwater fish for roughly 13 years, rabbits, hamsters, and mice for about 5 years, studied conures in the hopes of getting one, and observed my grandmother caring for our family parrot (Rita the affectionate biter) and her outdoor cat (Luna). I have spontaneous allergies to some cats. Luckily not Luna. I live with my roommate (Sam), and my boyfriend (Leon). Both love dogs, Leon so much that he cried a tear of joy once when he saw an adorable "doggo" wearing a tie and a hat at a café. If you're comfortable with it, I'd request Leon to be my dog-sitting sidekick. We do most things together, and we're both wonderful with dogs. We're from Ohio and have our dogs staying with our families. He has a cardigan welsh corgi named Jackal. I have a jeep grand cherokee complete with collapsing seats, so it can handle a hefty pup with big paws and long legs in case doggie transport is needed. **About my home/services** My services will vary from person to person, depending on their pet's needs. I'm willing to do most types of location-based care outside my home, as my apartment isn't really dog-friendly. Just let me know what you have in mind, and I'll be happy to meet with you and work out a good plan for you and your pet. **About my neighborhood** I'll likely be caring for your pet near your home, and I like to stick to quieter roads that are near grass and tress, and away from traffic. **What to expect** The perfect afternoon includes a long walk with some encouraging jogging or sprinting, going to the park, playing with favorite toys, maybe practicing a few tricks, playing games like hide and seek, and coming home for couch time (if allowed!) complete with belly rubs and getting scratched behind the ears. **Special rules or requests** Before I care for a dog I like to become friends first. I want to gain their trust and let them know that I'm there for them so that they feel comfortable when we spend time together. This could include going for a walk, playing in the park, and/or using positive reinforcement with their owner present.