5.0

I've been a cat parent for nine years and a dog mom for six years and they've made my life so much better. I've been taking care of cats for more than 15 years, at first cat sitting and taking care of my roommate's pets before getting my own cat. I have experience working with shy, timid cats as well as really vocal ones. I completed a Pet First Aid & Disaster Response course, that I renew every two years. I know how to give cpr and administer medication, as well as give injections. I try to keep updating my pet care and pet first aid knowledge. I also try and make my home environment as comfortable as possible for the animals that visit. I have many dog and cat toys, extra harnesses, treats, and dog beds of varying sizes. Since I don’t have a yard, I do take the dogs out regularly, but I would recommend another person if you think your dog would need a yard to feel comfortable. I’ve done volunteer work for Seattle Humane, focusing on dog enrichment. I started fostering last year, and started up Rover boarding this year. I’m comfortable with small - medium dogs, but also some non reactive and leash pulling large dogs. I have dealt with reactive dogs before, but for their snd everyone’s safety, I prefer to avoid putting the dog in that situation. So I can’t watch more than one extra dog or give walks to more than two dogs at a time. The large dogs seem to do well in my apartment so far, it depends on the dog however. I try to provide enrichment with chew treats, toys, puzzles, and kongs while I work at my computer during the day. I’ll give them at least an hour of walking per day, and if there’s time we go to parks, trails, or the dog park, depending on the dog. I fostered then adopted my cutie Izzy six years ago. She is small poodle chihuahua dachshund mixed breed and 16 pounds. She is very friendly around new dogs, but will anxiety bark a lot around other humans. When I do a meet and greet, I bring her along.