~~~ About Me ~~~ Animals will always have a special place in my heart and home. Growing up, I always knew I wanted to work with animals, from goldfish to elephant; and all the sizes in between. Dogs became my perfect companion! As I grew older, my passion for animals grew with it. My experience includes over 12 years of animal care including obedience training, fostering, rehabilitating, animal advocacy and volunteering. In the past, I have worked to organized and coordinated host sites for pet adoption events with partnering animal rescue groups including Montgomery County Humane Society and Taiwan SPCA. In 2011, I turned my home into "Capital Animal Rescue and Environmental Foundation", aka C.A.R.E (for short) where I sheltered, rehabilitated and placed homeless animals into forever homes through socialization with other animals and people. In those beginning years, I learned more than I could ever imagine about dog psychology, temperament levels, medical care, and addressing behavioral issues including separation anxiety, aggression and nervousness. While Rover is my part-time hobby, I take top-priority in providing clients with the best possible services. I have cared for over five-hundred pups in the past six years, all with different breeds, personalities, temperament levels and different needs. Next to pup cuddles and wagging tails, it brings me much joy to witness the progression of a pup who comes in stressed, but leaves happy, stressed-free and confident. I believe animals, may small or big-- belong in a pack environment. Given that control, safe and training environment, our furry friends learn what its like to work and play as a pack! ~~~Important Notes~~~ 1. Meet n’ Greets are required for all new furry friends. 2. Bring food (labelled), treats, collar, leash, DOG TAGS and favorite toys. 3. Relax your pup prior to arrival by taking him/her on a long long long walk/run. Make sure they’ve pee'd and pooped already. 4. Please mention any quirks your pup may have, IE: marking, biting, barking, aggression, doesn't like car rides, terrified, etc... Don't worry because I will still take them in if I can. I just need to know what I'm working with and how to help them. 5. Preferred DROP-OFF/PICK UP TIMES before 10am and after 6-7pm. Latest Pick-up is 9pm. If we need to make other arrangements just let me know. 6. Make sure your dog is clean and groomed. No super stinky pups. I like to cuddle them (if they like of course) and I like to stay clean too. Please brush/furminate them if you can. Much appreciated. Please note that I take care of many dogs throughout the stay, usually between 3-8 pups a day. I believe dogs and animals should live and socialize in a safe pack in order to keep them healthy and happy. The pack and I would love to meet you and your furry friend(s)! Follow us on Instagram to see more photos, videos and updates while your pup is with us! @care4canines