I’m a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, licensed in Oregon and California. I have been licensed for six years with eleven years in vet med overall. I currently work full time at an animal clinic and do this as a hobby. I am trained to monitor chronic conditions like heart disease, kidney disease, and diabetes, as well as post surgical patients. I’m well versed in ear cleaning, nail trims, and anal gland care too, so your pet is in genuinely experienced hands, not just loving ones. I’ve been a Lab owner most of my life. I have only one now, Coco, and we’ve earned several titles together over the years, including her CGC. We’re a lot more low-key these days, mostly walks and time outside together, but that history means I understand dogs at every stage, from a young, driven dog with energy to burn to an older dog who just wants a good routine and someone paying attention. I keep a saltwater fish tank too, so if you’ve got fish or other small companions alongside your dog, I’ll look after those as well. I prefer check-ins or drop-in visits or walks. I like caring for pets in their own home and environment rather than mine, since that’s usually where they’re most relaxed and themselves. I’m calm and steady with anxious or shy dogs, and I take the time to let them warm up at their own pace instead of rushing them. I’m available for check-ins across Eugene, Springfield, Thurston, Vida, and up the McKenzie as well. After work (6pm) walks work best for me on weekdays. If you’re in town, I’d rather do fewer, longer visits than a lot of short ones. Upriver, I’m flexible either way.