I have owned dogs my entire life, and broadened my experience when I entered the veterinary field, first as a shelter volunteer when I was 16, and then as a kennel assistant at different animal hospitals, and finally as a veterinary student at Cornell University. I am also employed as a student technician in Cornell University Hospital for Animals Small Animal (cats and dogs) Intensive Care Unit. My training in this field allows me to administer medications, monitor your pet for any health concerns, and has generally prepared me to deal with a very wide range of animals with diverse needs. If you have animals other than cats and dogs (like reptiles and small mammals) I am able to provide care for them as well! I have raised a few puppies throughout my life and can implement your training routines when I drop in on your puppy. I am a student, so I do not pet-sit full time. I also own my own animal so I do not stay in owners' homes overnight. I can do drop in visits up to three times day. I find that this works very well for cats, and for dogs for a day or two at a time (examples: you will be gone overnight, or you have a really long workday and your dog needs dinner and a potty break). When I drop in, depending on how many visits are scheduled, I stay anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours. I am a very trustworthy pet sitter when I drop in to check on your animals. I use the animal's comfort to determine how long I should stay. If the animal is enjoying me and wanting to engage, I will stay longer. However, if I notice they are hiding/seem skittish, I usually just put down food, refresh water, and clean the litter box before heading out. I will happily play with and give your pet attention, as well as any other special things you might do for them. I am also a huge proponent of enrichment, and with your permission will incorporate this into my sitting. I track my visits with the Rover app, which allows you to see where I may have walked your dog (how far and how long), if your pet went to the bathroom, if they ate or drank in my presence (though every once in a while I do forget to press "Start" on the app, but I will still message you even if you do not receive a Rover card).