Hi there! My name is Lauren, and I am, and have always been, an animal person. I'm originally from Colorado, and moved to Philadelphia about 2 years ago with my dog and cat, who still remain a major part of my family. Back in Colorado, I volunteered at a local shelter in the Emergency and Rehabilitation department, which is where I gained a lot of my experience with senior animals, medication application, and refined care-taking skills for animals that require a little extra TLC. I also helped out with a lot of their "happier" events, like the Furry Scurry, where hundreds of dogs and their owners gather at a local park for a communal walk to help support pets in need. I've pretty much seen it all -- so please don't hesitate to reach out and start the conversation! I always like to set up meet and greets prior to official bookings, so any individual quirks or needs for your fur-babies can be discussed then. A side note for house sittings: the nightly price does not include additional walks. Potty breaks and lots-of-lovin' is always included, but if longer, more extensive walks are desired, those will have to be booked separately. Please let me know if you have any more questions!