My name is Emma, and I live for dogs! I have been obsessed with animals for my whole life. As a small child, I was constantly trying to escape my family home in downtown Toronto in order to visit the pups at the park directly across the street- and honestly, I haven't changed much since! My friends and family call me the dog whisperer, because wherever I go, I meet and befriend (even the most standoffish) dogs. I have never met a dog I didn't like. Beyond my innate love of canines, I have learned an incredible amount about working with and communicating with animals through over five years of working with horses, both on the ground as a stable hand, and on their backs as a competitive rider and low level trainer. Working with such smart, sensitive and intuitive creatures has taught me a great deal about how animals pick up on and feed off of our energy. I have learned a lot about opening lines of communication through body language and intention, I have learned to be patient, and above all to teach with positive reinforcement and consistency. Additionally, my years of working at the stable have taught me how to bundle up and get the job done throughout all of Canada's four seasons; I will be there for your dog, rain, shine, snow, sleet or hail! I am creating this profile because as a student living in a city far from home, I can't see my own family dog, nor the other dogs in my neighbourhood who I frequently walk when I am home in Toronto. I am dying for some furry companionship! I am in the process of completing a fine arts degree right now, but eventually, with more training and experience my goal is to work with animals. Specifically, I see myself working on rehabilitating abused and problematic dogs. In the meantime, I would love to help you take care of your pet in any way that I can! While your pet is in my charge, I will provide them with the best care imaginable, meeting all of their individual needs and making them feel comfortable, entertained and incredibly loved. My services: Depending on the situation and the amount of time/distance/work required, I am willing to negotiate rates- talk to me. Please note that I can only accept very calm and quiet animals in my personal home- preferably small ones. My landlords live above me and are very strict. If your pet is a little bit rambunctious, talkative, or prone to bouts of property damage, I will come to you! I absolutely love this job and I am ready to do my best to accommodate your schedule and your needs- so please do not hesitate to reach out and start a conversation. I can’t wait to get to know your pet! :)