Since I was a kid, I've always loved animals. Cats, dogs, lizards, birds, fish; I grew up with all of them. It wasn't until I was older that I really made an effort to understand animals. Why do they do the things that they do? What does their body language indicate? What can I do to be the best companion for them? Luckily, this fascination has made me fairly well equipped to care for animals! My philosophy with animal care is based on providing a calm environment for animals to feel safe in. Most animals that I meet enjoy being around me. When I walk with your dog (or cat), you can expect that he/she will be with someone that has the tempo to work their energy out, but also has the patience for a slower pace, if that is what is needed. I have professional experience working in a doggy day care, so home visits are a breeze. Your personal space will be respected, and your pets will be cared for as if they were my own. You can expect communication and photos of stays to the level and frequency that you specify. As an additional benefit, I have worked with Rover on one of their booking teams, so I can provide some technical help if you are new to using the platform, or have questions about how it works. Hopefully, I look like someone that you'd let hang out with your pets, because I sure would like to hang out with them!