I have had cats, dogs, and livestock throughout my entire life and started independently becoming the primary caregiver around the age of 12. I currently have 2 dogs, a chocolate and black lab, one of which has severe arthritis I am responsible for managing and the other is high drive working dog. I also have a cat which I am the primary caregiver for, and have been since I was 12. I have interned at a veterinary practice, Treasured Pets, for 6 months, there I learned how to care for and safely handle fearful animals. Then I interned, and eventually was given a paid position at a dog trainer's, Perfect Pack, for 11 months. There I worked with fearful, as well as both human and dog aggressive dogs, in basic obedience and emotional regulation. I am also a member of a volunteer Search and Rescue organization where we train dogs to aid law enforcement in finding missing people. I have also had multiple rats in the past and am comfortable caring for all types of rodents, reptiles, and insects as long as detailed instructions are given.