Hi! I’ve been involved with dogs my whole life and they are my life;) I have worked with and fostered many rescue dogs, including working through various issues with many different dogs, using positive reinforcement and love. My rescue experience has mainly been focused on herding and working breeds (border collies, Australian shepherds, Australian cattle dogs, and German shepherds) as well as bully breeds. Since I’ve started dog walking and sitting about 10 years ago, I’ve broadened my horizons with Great Danes, poodles, labs, huskies, golden retrievers, Jack Russell terriers, and chihuahuas to name a few. In short, I’m experienced with all different types of dogs, large and small, and I truly love them all! I specialize in working with shy and/or skittish dogs and ones that have certain behavioral quirks. I’m a strong believer in getting dogs outside to increase their physical and emotional health and can handle dogs of any activity level, as I’m active myself. In addition to my rescue work, I work as a volunteer on a lost dog search team, so I’m very careful about proactively taking any and all safety precautions to ensure that your pet is safe, secure, and happy when you get back! Whether I’m walking your dog daily or staying with them while you’re away, rest assured they’re in good hands. I have two dogs of my own and know how hard and important it is to find someone you trust. That’s where I come in! We raised our first pup from 8 weeks old & then adopted another young dog a year later. Jake & Lucy taught me more about unconditional love, patience, & how each dog has their own unique personality more than any other could have better, as have the many fosters that have blessed our doorstep. They both passed at 15 YO due to old age, but remain in our hearts forever. Since then, we adopted a 4 YO bonded pair whose owner had died. We learned from friends of the owner what a chaotic life they had and have been spending the last 6 months showing them routine, stability & boundaries. They will never replace Jake & Lucy but they have quickly worked their way into our hearts & lives that just fit like puzzle pieces. Like I say about all of my dogs, “They aren’t perfect, but they’re perfect for me!”