15 years of pet sitting experience, with a range of hands-on experience across dogs, cats, and rabbits Reactive & Fearful Dogs: I've worked with at least seven reactive-level dogs on Rover, from mild anxiety to a dog who growled and snapped at our first meeting and was my best friend by the end of the visit. My own dog is highly leash reactive and fearful of strangers and children, so I understand this firsthand, not just professionally. My focus is on building communication and trust with each dog first; confidence follows from that. I'm also comfortable adapting to whatever training approach an owner already has in place, because staying consistent with your dog's existing training matters more than my own preferences. Puppies & Foster Experience: I've fostered five rescue puppies (large-breed, from Texas), handling crate training, basic obedience, and potty training from the ground up. Senior Pet Care: Extensive experience with older pets, from medication administration to adjusting attention and mobility support as needs change. Multi-Pet Households: Comfortable managing two dogs with different needs in the same visit, like a young, high-energy dog paired with an older dog needing more rest and individual attention. Cats & Rabbits: I excel with cats, respecting their particular nature and giving them exactly the attention (or space) they want. I also have over 20 years of experience with pet rabbits - they make great pets and also use a litter box! Home Care & Communication: Your pet comes first, but I treat your home with the same care and attention. I bring in mail, check that doors and windows are secure, and if anything changes or comes up while you're away, I'll let you know as it happens, not after you're already home. I'm based in Beacon Hill/Columbia City and love being part of my neighbors' pet care networks. I usually bike to visits, which is one of my favorite parts of doing this: a good excuse to get outside and get to know the neighborhood.