I have been working closely with animals of all species since 2011. I was a volunteer at the Indianapolis Zoo for 5 years, working in the deserts biome for the majority of my time there. I continued my passion for animals in the animal welfare field, as a staff member at The Humane Society of Indianapolis and a volunteer for various local rescues. It was through one of these groups that my husband and I found and adopted our first dog together, Squirtle, a border collie mix and our pride and joy. Squirtle ignited my curiosity in canine behavior, communication, and enrichment, which I use regularly with clients. We recently adopted our second dog, Goose, in June of 2018. He has quickly settled into our home and is continuing to teach us new things about dog behavior. In our home we only use positive reinforcement training methods to handle any behavior problems that may arise. I carry these practices into my pet sitting and dog walking, approaching each and every situation with a mindset of "how can I handle this to best benefit the animal". I am comfortable caring for dogs, cats, reptiles and small mammals. I believe in making pets as comfortable as possible, and for most that means sticking with their regular routine. This is why having an in-home pet sitter is a great alternative to standard boarding. I follow your schedule and practices for your peace of mind. I have experience giving/administering both oral & injectable medications as well as parasite preventatives. I am more than happy to bathe your pet on the last day of my visit. I can either bathe the pet in your home, or I can transport the animal to a self service dog wash, whichever you the owner would prefer. If you have any questions about my services or experience please don't hesitate to contact me!