I have taken care of all sorts of animals since I was around 12. Family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers have depended on me to feed, walk, bathe, and just hang out with their pets when needed. I have taken care of creatures ranging from puppies, to rats, bunnies and several reptiles as well. While in high school, I volunteered at my local animal shelter to spend more time with animals. There, I socialized dogs and cats of all ages. I would take dogs out of their kennels for walks either on or off the property around downtown to give them a break from high stress environments. I also have taken some dogs home for “sleepovers” where you can take a dog home for the night to reduce their stress. I also very often have found strays on the streets and get them to no-kill shelters after supplying them with basic needs. My pets contentment is very important to me, so I always ensure the pet i'm taking care of is happy and healthy while their owner is away.