Dogs are my greatest passion in life--and that’s no exaggeration. I’ve owned dogs for a very long time and appreciate their unique personalities and the joy they bring to any situation. I grew up with a little Chihuahua named Louie and helped raise many puppies over the years. I mean, is there anything cuter or cuddlier than puppies? Nurturing them into adulthood is such a rewarding experience, and being a caretaker of different kinds of animals from a young age taught me so many invaluable lessons about being a caring, trustworthy, and responsible individual. I’ve always had a lot of compassion for all living creatures and I believe we’re all integral to a balanced and healthy life. Being around our four-legged companions make me feel one with our natural environment, and I enjoy getting outdoors as much as possible. Although my family has had mostly small dogs, I’ve watched other pups of different breeds, sizes, and ages for friends and family, particularly Golden Doodles, Poodles, Shih Tzus, and Golden Retrievers. As much as I adore dogs, I currently do not have my own pet, but hope to someday soon. In the meantime, nothing would make me happier than be around dogs again, at whatever capacity. Dogs always brighten my day with their energy and unconditional love. I know how much time, money, and attention it takes to have a pet and keep them healthy and happy, and I recognize I’m not at a place to have my own right now. That being said, I’m perfectly equipped to dogsit for shorter stretches, and I would bring years of personal and professional experience. There was a period of time when I dog-sat professionally. Having another living creature under my care is not laughing matter. More often than not, people love the idea of having a dog, but once they realize how much dedication it takes to raise one, many choose to neglect or abuse their pet from simple apathy or inexperience. Because I love and respect them so much, I know it’s not quite the right time to be a dog parent, but I’d relish the chance to be a dog auntie. You have to be responsible for your own actions in order to help or care for others––human or animal. Being trustworthy is an important aspect in caring for others and/or their loved pets or property, and it's very important to me that I earn not only your trust, but that of your dog. My love for animals applies to all creatures––I don’t discriminate. I recently house-sat for friends and their two cats, and we really had a wonderful time. I know leaving your beloved pup with a perfect stranger can be stressful, but I hope to alleviate any doubts, and I hope you can rest assured s/he will be in very capable and loving hands. I look forward to getting to know your furry best friend!