I (Auntie Gina's Pawsitive Pet Care) am a full-time, licensed and insured pet sitter dedicated to ensuring high-quality care for every pet, every time. Please note, an in-person meet and greet is required for new clients. "Office hours" are from 8a-7pm. Messages not related to an active booking that are received outside these hours may have a delayed response time. MISSION STATEMENT: Pets are family, and my mission is to ensure they feel comfortable, safe, and loved in your absence. I pride myself on creating a nurturing environment that promotes happiness and well-being for your furry, feathered, or scaly friends and work hard to meet them where they are at in the moment to ensure positive visits. As the proud caretaker of a small menagerie with diverse and sometimes challenging needs, I know how important it is to have a pet sitter that both you and your pets feel confident about. Work or travel with peace of mind knowing your pets are in Auntie Gina's capable and caring hands! ANIMAL WELFARE BACKGROUND: I have nearly a decade of specialized training and experience in veterinary medicine and animal rescue, including working with medically and behaviorally challenging cats and dogs in my years as an animal foster coordinator. I have been pet sitting part-time for several years, both with Rover and a private company formerly out of Silverdale, WA, and have officially been operating in a full-time capacity since September 2024! Beyond professional roles, I have a lifetime of general cat, dog, and exotic pet care experience, as well as 10+ years of special needs cat care with several of my own crew, who have run the gamut of medical and behavioral challenges. From tiny kittens to boa constrictors, at this point, there's little I haven't cared for and am always ready to learn about those I haven't! SPECIALIZED SKILLS: I can give oral and topical medications reliably to cats, dogs, and exotics (with a quick lesson) and can do injectable medications for pets that tolerate handling. I am comfortable navigating all cat behavioral needs (with or without an introduction) as well as dogs (with proper introductions). I always want your animals to feel comfortable with me caring for them, and in addition to a standard initial meet and greet, I am happy to schedule additional "getting to know you" drop-ins ahead of a pet sit. I will never push your pets into an interaction or situation that they are uncomfortable with and use only positive reinforcement methods. ADDITIONAL INFO: I do require an initial meet and greet for all new clients before confirming a booking, so at least 4-7 days' lead time is recommended for new clients. This initial meeting allows me to be walked through your pet's care in detail, and ensures that everyone is feeling comfortable and confident about proceeding. All pets must be compliant with local and state vaccine requirements, and owners must be able to verify a current rabies vaccine.