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HI, I'm Jan and I have 30 plus years of ongoing pet experience. Besides owning, training and sitting, I have animal volunteer and products experience. I was a foster for Giant breeds for Big Dogs Huge Paws. My last dog, a male, older senior Aussie mix passed away - he was almost 15 years old. :-). My current dog is a giant breed and very sweet and loves other pets. He is very tolerant and loves kids too! I have a completely fenced in large backyard and also a dog door in my home, so the pups can go in and out as they please. I am home often and walk the dogs almost daily. I live near two dog parks as well as plenty of natural land space - great for walks. I have years of dog experience and at one point had my three dogs, at 80 lbs, 125 lbs and 140lbs in my home. At this point, puppies are too energetic, but love to have adults, (at least semi-trained), friendly dogs. I need them to be house-trained, not destructive, no BARKERS, no cat chasers, not diggers and dogs that don't jump up on the door. I can no longer accept dogs that have been recently rescued. I would like for you to have had them at least 4 months so you are familiar with their habits and behavior. I prefer minimal barkers and non-baying dogs, but if they are prone to bark, please provide a bark collar. If you have a large breed that needs to be kenneled, I am no-longer taking those pups either, space doesn't allow for that situation. My apologies. I had two adults cats before and they lived long lives and have since passed, but now I have a brand new kitten who has adopted me and refuses to leave. It has been so fun to have her and she is sweet and loving and likes to be part of the household. Please do not ask me to take a dog that will chase her or bark at her constantly. I volunteer at Denver Dumb Friends League and have been doing so since 1995- and have volunteered for MaxFund, and Canine Companions for Independence as well. I work the Denver Dog shows with the Plum Creek Kennel Club. I have a mini-ductless air system that keeps the house cool in the summer. I ask visiting pets to bring their food in solid containers please, so I can avoid any critters trying to enjoy it as well since those critters are not invited. :-) I am FEMA CERTIFIED and am now part of the Animal Disaster Recovery Team (CART) through the Denver Dumb Friends League to assist with displaced animals and coordinate animal care during emergency situations. About this sitter: Professional woman, excellent pet lover, and enthusiast. Involved in several animal organizations and volunteer events. I have fostered large breed dogs as well. I enjoy good times with friends and relaxing in my backyard. As such a dog that doesn't jump up on people or counters and is not considered a 'barker' is preferred to keep peace in my home and neighborhood. Why I love dog sitting I have owned and cared for my own dog since I was 15. I helped neighbors and relatives with their dogs since about 8. I walked my dog(s) every day (just about) since I was 15, and have owned a dog since, until 2015. I just adopted a dog again in August 2019. Diesel. At one point I have also owned three large dogs and two cats of my own in my home. The last of those three passed away at almost 15 years of age. I have/still volunteered with several animal organizations, I've been a professional pet sitter/walker and have experience with special needs dogs and their care. I was a customer service specialist at PetSmart for three years helping customers to choose food and pet products specifically for their dogs. I have had a lifetime of history with pets, including guinea pigs, rabbits and cats too. Meet my pets My former Dog Jackson passed away 3/2015 and my Cat- Nikita, 19 years old, passed away 10/2015. I now own Chance kitty, who is sassy and playful. I also have Diesel who loves to guard the house and all the occupants, including visiting pups. About my yard Large backyard fenced in completely. Two dog houses too as well as a covered deck with dog beds. Lots of shade. My experience administering medication Absolutely. I had many treatments to attend to for a former dog I owned. He had approximately 6 surgeries. I have handled chemo treatments for both a dog and cat I owned as well as IV fluids and administering IV's.