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I love animals and have experience with elderly cats and dogs with special needs, as well as bunnies, chickens and goats. I know it can be difficult to find good care for our furry friends and I am happy to lend a helping hand to other pet owners when possible. I have extensive experience with elderly and special needs pets and with administering medications ( pills, oral injections, subcutaneous injections). At this time, I CANNOT care for PUPPIES nor DOGS WITH HIGH PREY DRIVE, as I have an elderly cat with cancer and limited mobility. My specializations: Cats/ Dogs: - Elderly animals – Senior pets with age-related needs and comfort requirements - Pets requiring medications – Pills, oral syringes, subcutaneous injections, and complex medication schedules - Dogs with limited mobility – Experience with mobility support, assistance with bathroom needs, and gentle handling - Socially anxious pets – Care for dogs with social anxiety, under-socialization (not aggressive), or "COVID / velcro dog" behaviors Chickens: - Proper nutrition and protein supplementation, correcting unwanted behaviors (brooding, egg pecking), spotting signs of parasite infestation and common diseases (Marek's disease), treating pasty butts Goats: - Goats – Proper nutrition and mineral supplementation, parasite prevention, recognizing signs of anemia (FAMACHA method) and other health issues, understanding their dietary needs and personalities What makes my service different: - Home all day – I work from home, so pets receive constant supervision and companionship (never left alone) - Pet sitting insurance – Professional coverage for your peace of mind - Senior & special needs specialist – Extensive experience with elderly pets, mobility issues, and chronic conditions - Medical care expertise – Comfortable with pills, oral syrinces, and subcutaneous injections - Secure fenced garden – Safe outdoor space for play and potty breaks - At home grooming station: I can give your dog a bath before handing the back to you (no other grooming services) Important: I cannot accept for boarding/day care in my home: ❌ Puppies under 1.5 year ❌ Extremely high-energy dogs requiring intensive exercise ❌ Dogs with high prey drive toward cats Why? My elderly and diasbled cat needs a calm environment where she feels safe and is not able to quickly run away or climb up if needed. Examples from my experience/Pets I've had the privilege of caring for: 1. I've taken care of an Australian Shepard mix who developed a neurological disease and wasn't able to walk on his own for over a year. I learnt how to support him to go to the bathroom and still live a meaningful life. 2. Took care of a 15 year old cat with renal failure, doing daily under-skin fluid injections and managing water intake and increased urination. 3. Cared for 16 year-old deaf and blind Border collie, with mild senile dementia. 4. I currenty have have an energetic Australian Kelpie with social anxiety and have experience dealing with "COVID dogs" or dogs who haven't been socialized a lot and may need some extra attention or are nervous around other people and dogs. 5. I worked as a permaculture consultant for 8 months, taking care of 12 chickens and 5 goats for a bay area homestead. I have expertise in providing correct food, and protein supplements for chickens health as well as prevent and spot issues with parasites.