Pets are in my families' DNA! My mother has been in Cat Rescue since before I was born, so some of my earliest memories are helping around the shelter. I come from a large family where each home had dogs and cats, typically with some kind of quirk or health need. Then, there was my grandparents, not only constant dog owners, but owners of a farm! This made me familiar with a wide array of animals such as sheep, goats, rabbits, cattle, horses and chickens - not to mention often a combination of these, while watching their farm during their travels. As an adult, my mother's involvement in cat rescue led to me (and later my partner and I) becoming a foster-failure, adopting 2 fur kids. They helped me become adept handling pets with special needs as both our cats over the years were diagnosed with conditions that required medication regimens and/or special diets. It's also helped me acquire a knowledge of what may require extra attention & monitoring vs an immediate vet visit. In caring for those fluffers I learned how to clearly communicate symptoms and concerns, as being attentive was not an option. I can promise you, I will never hesitate to reach out with a concern about your furry friend and keep their best interest in mind.