I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis and am now a graduate student at UMN. I have been a dog lover from a very young age! My family had two black lab / golden retriever mixes at home growing up and I now have a high energy husky mix, so I definitely understand that your dog is a very special part of your family. I also volunteered at the local humane society in high school walking and socializing dogs so I have experience dealing with many different breeds and personalities types. I am comfortable dealing with all dogs, including puppies and senior dogs who may need a little bit of extra care. I look forward to spending time walking and playing with your pet!