[[ EXPERIENCE ]] I have 20+ years of experience caring for animals. My family home had cats & dogs. I currently have two Australian Shepherds who bring me so much joy and keep me laughing daily! As a teen, I started a successful dog-walking and pet-sitting service and was a neighborhood favorite. I have continued to care for the pets of friends and colleagues through adulthood. Before COVID, I spent my weekends volunteering at a local animal shelter, where I received training in understanding canine behavior and learned how to properly interact with nervous and reactive dogs. But because I was constantly on the brink of bringing home dog #3 (much to my husband's dismay!), I decided to join Rover in 2021 and channel all my love into caring for your pets instead. I have experience handling many kinds of medical issues. I have owned pets and cared for pets with IBD/GI issues, seizures, cancer, allergies, chronic ear infections, urinary crystals, some reactivity, and more. [[ AVAILABILITY ]] I work at a school in Andover full-time. Because my clients are within driving distance of where I work, I am available for check-ins or walks during my lunch break and after work. If you book me for housesitting, I will be available to check in on your pet during my lunch break as well, so that they are not left alone more than 4-5 hours. [[ SERVICES ]] - House Sitting / Overnights: While you are away, I will move into your home to care for your pet(s) and look after your property. I will keep to the same schedule your pet is used to in terms of feeding, potty breaks, walks, playing, etc. I will also check your mail, water your plants, accept packages for you, etc. Please note that booking house-sitting/overnights with me does not guarantee 24-hour constant care, though I will be with your pet any time I am not at my full-time job, running an errand, dropping in on another pet etc. I do try to keep this to a minimum! Prices are as listed. - Drop-Ins (30 or 60 minutes): The primary purpose of this service is to feed, play with, and potty your pet. Depending on the circumstance, this may or may not include a quick walk! Please note that if you are going away overnight and do not have additional care secured, I will require that you book a minimum of 3 drop-ins daily. - Dog Walking (30 or 60 minutes): Your dog and I will take a nice, long walk in your neighborhood. I will usually leave 5 minutes at the end of the booking to wipe your dog's feet, change his water, and give him some extra love and a treat before departing!