I’ve always had animals in my life and genuinely love the personalities that come with each one. I grew up with family dogs and still have my little guy, Poppy. He can be quite anxious at times and occasionally needs medication, so I understand how important patience, routine, and reassurance are for pets who need a little extra care and attention. While Poppy is small, I’ve spent plenty of time around much larger family dogs as well (some big enough that if they decided to sit on me, I wasn’t going anywhere). Because of that, I’m comfortable with dogs of all sizes and personalities. I’m also happy caring for senior pets, puppies, and kittens. If a pet needs medication, that’s something I’m comfortable helping with as long as instructions are clear. Beyond dogs, I’ve also cared for aquariums with fish, snails, and shrimp after a professor trusted me to take over part of his collection. I’ve been trusted by friends to care for their family homes and pets while they were away, including looking after cats, watering gardens, and tending to bonsai trees. A friend who used to dog sit regularly would often send repeat dogs my way because she knew they’d be well cared for. When it comes to pets, I love meeting them where they are. My own dog might be a cuddly old man most of the time, but when he suddenly gets the zoomies, I’m right there chasing him through the house. Whether it’s long walks, playtime, or simply keeping them company, I’m happy to do whatever helps them feel comfortable and loved while their owner is away. I work fully remotely with a flexible schedule, which allows me to spend plenty of time at home with pets and keep their routines consistent. One thing I especially enjoy is sending photo updates. When my family once traveled, our sitter sent us a photo of our dog happily sitting in a pile of laundry, and for some reason it stuck with me. It was such a small moment, but it made us feel like he was safe, relaxed, and loved even while we were far away. That’s exactly the kind of reassurance I like to give to pet owners when they’re away.