I have owned and cared for several pets in my life. My own pets have included a Cocker spaniel, a pit bull, and a toy chihuahua. In my care for them I was required to pay attention to their specific needs as they related to their breed and age to ensure their health and happiness. Right now, I have the pleasure of owning a 12-year-old Chinese Crested Powderpuff who despite his age acts like a puppy! Other pets who've come into my care are include American Shorthair Cats, Labrador Retrievers, Daschunds and Corgis. I think those breeds and others require a different range of activity and energy. I was able to be more active and engaging with the daschunds and more laid-back but attentive to the corgis. In general, the pets in my care were met with a caregiver who was willing and excited to meet their individual needs and desires. I also spent most of my senior year in high school volunteering with my nearest SPCA shelter. The coordinators asked us to read to the cats and dogs so they would be used to company in which they are not the focus every single minute. For me, I was able to engage my love of reading while ensuring a good transition for some good pets in need of good homes. Walking: I am a moderately active person and I enjoy both leisurely strolls and more taxing jogs/runs. I am patient and I understand how to generally limit the possibility of a bad walking experience as it relates to other animals and special attention to the animal in my care. I also have a fair amount of upper body strength so the size of dog generally doesn't matter. Drop-Ins/House-Sitting: I find these services to be most enjoyable as I get to just be an accessory to an animal's life and provide for them in one of the simplest ways. I take all tasks seriously and I do not invade the personal space and belongings of owners, as it is not something I would appreciate. I also have experience as a nanny and some of my duties included light cleaning and tidying, which I can do if asked.