Hello All! I am excited to join Rover and have an elevated fervor for entering into the field of animal welfare! I am an advocate for animals and have continually worked to ensure that optimum equality, for all, is promoted. My communication skills are excellent; I am well-spoken on the phone, in person, and in public forums. I am highly organized with attention to detail and I am able to keep thorough records. I enjoy coming into contact with a variety of people and pets each day. I am responsible and take the trust of my clients seriously! My organizational skills are outstanding and I am able to keep track of appointments and additional related tasks. I would love to bring my dedication and professionalism to work at Rover as your newest Pet Sitter. I know that my experience and my high level standard of care for all animals would make me a great candidate for your pet sitting needs! I look forward to hearing from you further and appreciate the consideration. *Cat and small animal/ reptile discounted rates!* ABOUT ME: My name is Kristen S. My most recent professional role was as a Behavior Specialist. I gained my B.A. in Psychology at Roger Williams University in 2013 and a M.S. in Forensic Psychology at Nova Southeastern University in 2015. The majority of my experience has greatly been in counseling and behavior. I am currently transitioning into medical administrative/ management roles and am enrolled in the Medical Administrative Assistant Program at Austin Peay University. Job and the Military: I am currently serving in the Georgia National Guard as an 11A, Infantry Officer. I recently transferred from Medical Services and completed Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course in June 2017. A major component of my background that has contributed to my malleability is my experience within the military. I believe the leadership and task skills that I have acquired transpire to all sectors. While there are inherent sacrifices, I have gained an incredible amount of determination and approach all aspects of my life with a learned discipline. I am an avid distance runner! I love to run/ race. I have participated in Varsity Cross Country and Track& Field (distance) since high school, at the collegiate level, and continue to remain competitive within the running community through participation in half/ full marathons (Boston Marathon) and 5-10k road races. Most Importantly: This means I'll be able to keep up with your pup for long walks or runs; helping to expend energy as need be! I am excited to join Rover as an alternative to boarding at a kennel! Rover services assist in bringing quality care and peace of mind with as many updates and pictures as necessary! Booking Requests: -Visits 1-3 times a day please select "Drop-in" -Come in the morning and stay 1-2 hours, leave, and then return around 5-6 and stay the night, please select "House-sitting" (Rover only allows booking 1 house-sitting request at a time. If Rover notifies you that I am booked, please select drop-in visits) I am happy to complete additional tasks requested: getting mail, safeguarding your property, watering plants, taking out the trash, administering medicine, securing the house before departure, over-nights, and small animal care such as cats, guinea pigs, and reptiles.