Hi! My name is Courtney and I have ten years of professional experience caring for animals. I`ve owned many animals throughout my life (cats, dogs, bunnies, guinea pigs, chinchilla, fish, frogs, cockatiels, and hermit crabs). My two rescue dogs have behavior issues (one is reactive to humans and the other to dogs) that do not allow me to board in my home. I currently work at a wildlife rehab facility where I rehabilite our sick or injured native wildlife! My professional animal care experience began when I started volunteering at my local humane society in high school. I then worked as a kennel technician at a vet clinic until becoming trained as a veterinary assistant. I have worked as a veterinary assistant in general practice, emergency medicine, and shelter medicine. In 2018 I spent four weeks in South Africa completing a Pre-Veterinary program where I worked with goats, sheep, pigs, cattle, tortoises, antelope, and other wildlife. Therefore, I have a broad range of skills caring for different species as well as different medical conditions. My job experience has made me very detail oriented so I keep a very close eye on any animals in my care. I also keep a very close eye on new or preexisting medical conditions. My vet assistant brain sometimes finds me pointing out medical issues before owners even notice them. My work with my own dogs behavior issues, as well as my many years working or volunteering at an animal shelter, has allowed me to work with and understand a broad range of animal behavior issues. If your pet has behavior issues please let me know in advance so we can create a plan and be set up for success during our meet and greet! I have experience injecting insulin, administering oral medication, injections (adequan etc.) and fluids, as well as providing specialized care for geriatric or special needs animals. I can also provide post operative care for your pets. I love to give detailed updates and send lots of pictures. I also love to do watercolors and often find my petsitting kids to be a great inspiration! You might get a surprise watercolor of your baby if my schedule allows me the free time and creative headspace to paint! I’m excited to care for your furry, scaley, feathery, or bald kiddo or kiddos!