Hello! My name is Emma, having 17+ years of experience working with both dogs and cats, I earned my masters degree in psychology, and I practice pet therapy/coaching working with animals who may suffer from anxiety, display characteristics of obstinance, have depression, and many other emotional needs. I have experience working with different breeds, ages, and sizes of dogs. I also have experience walking all types of dogs, from as large as a Mastiff to as small as a Shih Tzu. >>> Additionally, other types of animals I’ve taken care of include fish, ponies, rabbits, geckos, guinea pigs, birds, hamsters, etc. :) Please feel free to message me if you own any of these types of pets and would potentially like for me to care for them. I’ve been taking care of dogs since I was 10 years old. Growing up my family owned 4 dogs, two of our dogs had puppies and we kept two of the brothers, bringing us to a total of 6 loving dogs in our home. Two of the dogs we owned were rescue pets and I have a deep understanding that each rescue has unique needs. I am committed to working with you to discover the most effective strategies for your pet. In high school I worked at a pet boarding facility where I gained a lot of valuable knowledge. I’ve been called the dog whisperer by many. When I’m interacting with your dog I will treat them as if they were my own. I’m currently in the dissertation stage of my doctoral program, therefore in my free time I do writing and research, which allows me to continue expanding upon my knowledge of pet psychology. I love observing the unique personalities of animals, it brings me so much joy! It is crucial to understand the emotional needs of dogs. Creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our animals relies on our skill in identifying and comprehending their feelings. Our pets are a valued part of our family, understanding our dogs' emotional needs and prioritizing their mental well-being can help us form a stronger bond with them and ensure they are happy and healthy. My services are tailored to the need of each animal so feel free to reach out so that we can go over details specifically. Your dogs' joy is my reward, and I look forward to interacting with your fur baby! Thank you very much for considering me. 🐶Your pet will be shared on my social media unless you ask otherwise.