As a dog owner myself, I know it's tough when you're at work or busy with life's responsibilities that sometimes keeps you away from your pets. My goal is to ensure your pet is well taken care of and that you are able to not stress while you're out. I've been lucky enough to spend time around animals my entire life, (one of my first jobs was at a dog groomers in middle school!), and I currently have a senior pug. Although I'm newer to Rover, I've been a reliable pet sitter for friends and family for over 25 years. I was inspired to provide pet care on Rover because my senior pug now has limited mobility and I miss his company on walks (although he sometimes accompanies me in a stroller!). I love to help dogs in the neighborhood get exercise outside, receive loads of attention, and are cared for when owners are out. I always go above and beyond, every walk/check-in you'll get photo updates and a written overview so you can relax and enjoy your time away. Special skills: I have experience taking care of brachycephalic breeds, puppies + senior dogs and can administer medication whether that's in pill form or injections. A little bit more about me: I've worked in tech for a decade and currently WFH. I'm a Bay Area native (so I'm typically here for the holidays) and had a golden retriever growing up! I also like to volunteer at an Animal Sanctuary in Northern CA.