Hello and nice to meet you! My name is Cassie. I am a Pet sitter/Dog walker currently aspiring to become a veterinarian. I graduated undergrad in May of ‘23 with a bachelor of science in biology and minors in music and microbiology. I have shadowed veterinarians, worked in a vet clinic, volunteered in the dog unit of an animal shelter, and I work as an animal control officer and part time as a member of the shelter’s medical team. I own an almost 4 year old cat and my family has 2 Irish Setters. I have owned pocket pets before and I have experience with them (guinea pigs and hamsters). I have grown up with dogs and have experience with litters of puppies as well. My Irish Setter has had 3 litters with which I helped socialize, supplement, potty train and ensure a healthy whelping. I am good with cleaning up messes if needed and I can administer medications as well including, but not limited to sub Q fluids. I frequently take my two dogs on walks when I visit my parents ensuring they are properly leashed and my volunteer experience has taught me the proper handling techniques in order to do so. Lastly, having owned pets myself, I understand animal behavior to the extent of understanding the animal's needs or mood. Being fear free certified helps me to understand factors in eliminating and reducing fear and stress in animals to make them the most at home.