I love all animals but dogs hold a special place in my heart. Their resilience, adaptability, and companionship is beyond compare. My favorite thing about dogs is their innate ability to bring out the best in everyone. I am becoming a pet sitter because I'm a pet lover and because I want to put a smile on the face of every dog in the world! Dog sitting is also a great way for me to give back to the community by providing owners with peace of mind while they’re away. All in all, I just love taking care of dogs more than anything! I have owned many large dogs and have cared for many of my friends and family members animals and homes over the years, and my passion for caring for them has only grown with time. I volunteered with the Pasadena ASPCA for all four years of high school and loved every minute of it! I worked with mostly wild animals there and helped clean up their living quarters. It was just a great feeling doing whatever I could to help. I've cared for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, in addition to cats, gerbils, farm animals, amphibians, reptiles, and fish. When taking on a new client, I always like to schedule a meet-and-greet. It’s a great way for us to make sure that we’re all a good fit for one another, plus we get to chat face-to-face about your care expectations. I have a lot of questions too! I just like to get a full picture of what makes your dog tick, so that I can provide the absolute best care to them possible. Plus, I just love meeting new dogs! When I come across a new friend, I always get down on their level and let them approach me first. It’s good to be in a neutral territory with the owner around so that they know that I’m a welcome presence in a place they don’t have to defend. I’m sure we’ll make friends in no time! When your pup is under my care, the happiness and comfort of you and your pup is my number one concern. In addition to providing all the happiness I can, I always come prepared with the necessities. My work bag is equipped with a 1st aid kit in case of emergencies, doggie bags for any messes, clean, filtered water for both the dog and I, a dog brush, and a collapsible dog water bowl to ensure hydration during our adventures. I am always vigilant and attentive when caring for animals. I take pride in making sure every dog I walk has had thorough exercise, hydration, and a great time. I am also willing to provide minor house cleaning from $5 to $20 extra depending on the task(s). I am always happy to clean any and all indoor and outdoor messes your pooch may make for no additional charge. Lastly, I’m happy to provide regular updates with accompanying pictures so you can see just how much fun your pup and I are having together.