A majority of my experience with traditional pets and exotic animals comes from my childhood. Growing up, my family had adopted retired German Shepherds from the Army. As I got older, I had two dogs of my own. A Yorkshire Terrier named Boba and a rescued Doberman named Sammy. Around the same time of having Boba and Sammy, we found a stray kitten on one of our walks during a rainy day and took her in. She was named Yoko. I no longer have dogs or a cat of my own but I am a frequent caretaker to my sister's dog Winston (Miniature Schnauzer) and the various dogs of my cousins. In addition to my family dogs, I have been grateful to meet and take care of these dog breeds: • Mixed pit bulls • English bull dog • Maltese • Borzoi • Standard poodle • Airedale terrier • Shih tzu - poodle Mix • Beagle • French bull dog • Bichon frise • Coton de tulear • Papillon • Italian greyhounds • Miniature Doodle • Corgi • Labrador Retriever • Saluki I love taking dogs out to go on bike rides, runs, hikes (most outdoor activities). When I'm home-bound with the dogs, I enjoy playing and teaching the dogs tricks. It's also really fun to try brain games with the dogs to search and find things. It all truthfully depends on the dog's personality. My technique is really just to have fun with the dog, whether it be rigorous roughhousing or mental games like finding the hidden toy. I've spent time reading to my pets when I would study and read a book. I like to engage and interact with the dog till they tire out to get a good night's rest or midday nap. As for the more unconventional animals, I have experience with farm animals such as chickens, goats, sheep, and cows. I am used to freshwater aquarium maintenance and fish such as fancy goldfish, angelfish, discus, and arowanas. For pond care, I have tended to koi fish only by feeding them. My experience with reptiles are minimal. I was exposed to general snake care in my 6th grade science classroom (which I absolutely loved) and in 7th grade, I helped my teacher take care of the class pet which was a bearded dragon. Most of the tasks given to me were primarily feeding so I don't have much help with reptile maintenance. My grandmother also had scarlet macaws, African grays, and yellow crested cockatoos when I was growing up. Most of my experience with bigger birds is cage care and feeding. My sister would often be busy with school events when we were younger and so I was able to help her take care of what my family refers to as her "miniature zoo". The pets in said "zoo" were: • Guinea pigs • Cockatiel named Merlin • Parakeets (appropriately named Peep and Skittles) • Hamsters (Hammy, Chewy, and Furball) • Turtle named Oogway • Rabbit named Snowy Cat care is really fun for me especially since they're usually relaxed and in a world of their own. I adore that about them. I've had the opportunity to cat/house sit for a lovely family in Palo Alto plenty of times which has been a great experience for me learning more about cats outside of my personal reach. With those cats, I have been requested to prepare a meal for the cats which was something I was happy to do. If given the recipe and ingredients, I would gladly cook for your pet.