Prefer to keep your pet’s care in the hands of a professional? Have a pet with tricky behaviors? Looking for peace of mind with extra private insurance coverage? Want the most bang for your buck? Look no further, I’ve got you covered! 🏅 ✨Walks include Basic Obedience and Loose Leash skills. 🐾 Hello and thank you for your consideration, I absolutely adore offering pet services through Rover! I have over 15 years of experience in pet care as a professional dog handler for a variety of dog daycare, veterinary and boarding facilities across the USA. I am a member of PSI (Pet Sitters International) and am insured by Pet Care Insurance to offer the utmost security and protection. I am well-equipped with the knowledge and skills required to maintain the level of care any pet parent desires. I hope your fellow family member will be my newest friend! My Care Style: Understanding dog behavior and their language is key to connecting with canines and, in turn, caring for them. I’ve gained my handling skills through years of working hands on with hundreds of dogs, training and perfecting my skills while working for professional pet care facilities in cities such as Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI. I follow positive and rewarding training techniques I’ve fine-tuned while attending an all-day seminar with the brilliant Dr. Ian Dunbar, one of the world’s most respected experts on dog training and behavior. I have also received a full year of extensive 1:1 professional dog behavior and handling training with a Certified Dog Training and Behavior Specialist who now owns one of New Zealand’s top “stay and train” facilities. With a high level of care and an equal amount of playfulness, I’ve succeeded in maintaining positive relationships with my animal friends - they are the best ones, after all! I am Certified in both Canine & Feline CPR and First Aid through the Anti-Cruelty Society of Chicago by The American Red Cross. I take deep pride in the care I provide for each and every pet I have the privilege of encountering within my life. Each creature I've been lucky enough to work with has, quite honestly, become a friend of mine. I have in depth experience with felines as I have yet to live without one. I have volunteered as a kitten foster specializing in socialization & rehabilitation. Pet care is a true, lifelong passion of mine. I am confident in my interpersonal skills with pets as well as their people, I understand the level of trust this entails. My experience administering medication: I am comfortable and gentle giving pets medication. I do not use forceful methods. Patience is key. My own senior cat receives insulin, I understand the importance of this routine.