My first dog came into my life on my 8th birthday and I have had at least one dog in my life ever since. During college, I started house and pet sitting for extra money and loved helping friends and family take care of their dogs. My husband and I met walking our dogs in the same park (yes, just like in a rom com movie!) and the dogs were even in our wedding. Twenty years later, we have had 5 "fur kids" along the way. We are currently parents of two boxers who just turned 4 years old and bring so much joy into our lives. After a career in law, I decided to make my passion for dogs into a profession. I have taken care of every size, breed and age of dog - loving every one I have come into contact with as if they were my own. I have raised our puppies and helped others with theirs. We have adopted and rescued dogs and I have helped friends and clients do the same. When a friend could not get a flight home, I picked up her dog after emergency surgery and nursed him back to health in her absence. After my own dogs' various surgeries, I have worked with their vets and therapy professionals to get my fur babies healed and back on their paws. Senior dogs often need a little extra TLC and I love making them feel safe and comfortable. No request is too big - I will administer medications, follow the schedule you keep at home, work on any training you might be doing, and make sure they get the right food, even making their meals myself or following special dietary needs - whatever it takes to make sure your dog gets the love, attention and continuity of care needed while staying with me. Along with surgical aftercare, I have experience in caring for dogs with allergies, seizures and physical limitations. I love playing, walking and hiking with dogs, so whatever your dog's exercise needs may be, I make sure they get exactly what you provide at home. Your dog will become a member of our family when they stay with us, always feeling happy, safe and loved, so you can be worry-free while apart from them.