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Hi! I'm Grazia. I quite simply revolve my life around animals. I have extensive, hands-on experience with dogs, cats, bunnies, and horses, and one of my defining characteristics is being a little (okay, a lot) obsessed with them. Everyone in the Arctic knows me as the person who took her bunnies to the wilds of the North Pole because she didn't trust a petsitter would love them enough - so I know exactly what it's like to leave your babies with someone else. My main qualities: I give tons of affection (always tailored to each animal's character), I'm incredibly patient and reliable, flexible in emergencies - and I believe strongly in VIDEO calls and very frequent updates, because a video tells you whether your pet is truly happy in a way a photo simply can't. It's what I'd want for my own. I love to build longer-term friendships and relationships with locals and the animals I care for. A bit about my experience: I'm known for having rehabbed both a difficult/blind cat and a dog — helping them learn to trust and love again through sitting quietly for hours each day while they came to understand that love was available entirely on their own terms. I adore dogs of all sizes and love exercising them and making them feel free. I have personally had 2 dogs (and many wonderful dog sit experiences), 11 cats, and 2 bunnies. I've volunteered for 1.5 years across dog shelters. I've also dealt with pets with behavioural challenges while caring for animals in Amsterdam, and managed to create several breakthroughs that had previously stumped their guardians. Our bunnies in Sweden had previously taken over our lives in the most wonderful way - owning 2 private bedrooms and a 3,500 sqm garden. Anyone who has cared for bunnies properly knows they are extremely sensitive but strong little creatures who need space, quiet, and extraordinary patience - so I'm well-equipped for even the most challenging characters. I also have extensive home-care experience from years of staying in others' homes, and multiple glowing Airbnb and TrustedHousesitters references. I treat every home with more care and respect than my own; it's simply how I show respect. A few practical notes: - Non-smoker, non-drinker - Fully comfortable administering medication and have experience with 12-hour overnight tummy massages that have avoided vet visits (yes, really 🙂) - Very communicative - I believe in keeping communication fully open, always! - I'm not comfortable sitting animals kept in cages unless strictly for medical reasons (this includes caged bunnies) - Harry Potter fan ⚡ I'd love to offer you a video call and meet up before we begin! Vibes matter enormously to me, and I'm genuinely hoping to become a temporary (and lasting) part of your animal's family. I'll treat the little (or big) ones accordingly - and provide the confidence, warmth, kindness, communication and professionalism to ensure you're never left guessing.