I have had dogs in my house since the day I was born. I absolutely love ALL animals! My experience truly began with the adoption of my own rescue dog, Vinny at the age of 12. Where I lived in Kentucky, we didn't have a major dog training company at the time, so I trained him with the big dogs at an Airforce Base. He is the best behaved little guy! Since then, I have had years of experiences in several states petsitting horses, cats, dogs, and even guinea pigs for a high school science teacher. I moved to the Arlington/DC area and am working for an international education nonprofit and after work I volunteer with special needs dogs at a local shelter . I believe I am patient, willing to work hard, and nurturing and looking forward to meeting your pet!