Hello owners! [Disclaimer to all future clients: I DO know that my prices may be higher than many other sitters on Rover, and this is not an issue for me. The many choices you have (including price-range) as an owner are the blessing of this service! I take pride in my services, but take home less than 60% of my fees after Rover's claim (20%), taxes, and the insurance coverage I pay for through the service to protect your pet. Regardless of the fees I choose to maintain, I will always receive new requests from owners who's priority lie in their dog's custody. I will also maintain regular relationships/care schedules with repeat clients. Please don't sell yourself/your fur-friend short by overlooking serious sitters. Our purpose is to BE you while you're away! Rover is a big community with many able sitters who have ALL been through background checks. I still urge you to do your research and homework! Don't hesitate to choose someone you know will care for your pupper as you would.] I am 28 years old and was born and raised in DFW. I have an 8 year-old stinker of my own named Cohen, as well as a 16 year-old kitty, Cleo. I have been a huge animal lover and advocate my entire life, and there is nothing in life I enjoy more than being in their presence. I know it may sounds silly, but it's so very true! If you're on this app looking for a caretaker for your fur-child, I already know you are a good pet owner and probably understand. Since I could speak, I was set on becoming a veterinarian one day. My senior year of high school I was accepted into to Auburn University's pre-veterinarian program. I was ecstatic to follow my dreams. However, after shadowing a local vet that summer (bless them), it became quickly evident that I wasn't built with the emotional capacity and strength it takes to be around suffering animals on a regular basis. Veterinarians and vet assistsnts will always have my respect and admiration because of their dedication to helping our little ones at their very worst. Please know that my immediate career goals may have changed, but my passion and love for animals will never go away. When I first heard about Rover I immediately knew I should get on board. It was a calling! I am in love with the idea of helping other responsible pet owners, and providing the standard of care I would expect of my own dog's caretaker. I know first-hand the anxieties of leaving a furry family member in someone else's care, and am confident and happy with the skills I have to remove the stressful burden from others! I have always been drawn to animals, and have/will never pass up an opportunity to be around them! I have a hefty amount of volunteer experience at various animal shelters in DFW (more devastating than shadowing a veterinarian, but is so important/rewarding. I recommend you do the same!!), and have been watching others' dogs "on the side" since I was a teen. Rover has been my first experience with professional dog sitting, and I have loved but every moment of building my client relationships! Please let me love your babies! :):)