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Whether your pet stays with me or I care for them in the comfort of their own home, my goal is the same: to provide a safe, loving, enriching environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. In my home: Pets staying with me become part of the household—not simply guests. I provide plenty of attention, companionship, playtime, enrichment, and opportunities for exercise and decompression. I believe pets thrive when they can maintain a sense of routine while also receiving plenty of affection and interaction. My own animals are an important part of my home, so I take introductions, personalities, energy levels, and individual needs seriously. I work to ensure everyone is comfortable and set up for success, and I follow each pet’s feeding, medication, exercise, and care instructions as closely as possible. In your home: When I care for your pets in their own environment, I understand how important it is to maintain their normal routine. I’ll follow your instructions regarding meals, medications, walks, playtime, potty breaks, litter boxes, and any other household or pet-care needs. I also pay close attention to behavior and body language so I can recognize when something feels different or when your pet may need additional attention. I’m happy to provide updates and photos so you can relax knowing your best friend is being well cared for. For dogs, I believe that walks should be more than simply getting from point A to point B. Whenever appropriate, I incorporate structured walks and sniff walks, allowing dogs time to explore their environment and get important mental stimulation. For cats, I like to provide interactive play and opportunities to engage their natural instincts through appropriate toys and enrichment. Most importantly, I treat the pets in my care as individuals and as part of the family. My background in animal rescue and welfare has given me experience with a wide variety of breeds, species, personalities, and special needs, and I bring that same patience, attentiveness, and compassion to every animal I care for. Whether I’m welcoming your pet into my home or stepping into theirs, you can expect dependable, thoughtful, and genuinely loving care.

I believe pet sitting should be about more than simply feeding your pet and making sure they’re safe. I want your pets to have a genuinely enjoyable experience while you’re away, while keeping their normal routine as consistent as possible. I’ll follow your pet’s usual schedule for meals, walks, potty breaks, medications, naps, bedtime, and downtime whenever possible. Maintaining familiar routines can help pets feel more secure and comfortable, especially when their people are away. For dogs, activities may include: * 🐕 Sniff walks and leisurely neighborhood walks * 🎾 Fetch, tug, and other favorite games * 🧩 Puzzle toys and food-based enrichment * 👃 Scent games and “find it” activities * 🦴 Appropriate chew time * 🌲 Outdoor exploration and supervised adventure time * 🏃 Age- and energy-appropriate exercise * 🛋️ Plenty of cuddle and relaxation time * 🧠 Basic training reinforcement using their existing cues and routines I especially love incorporating sniffing and scent-based enrichment into a dog’s day. Allowing dogs to stop, investigate, and explore with their noses provides valuable mental stimulation and can be just as important as physical exercise. For cats, activities may include: * 🪶 Interactive wand and prey-style play * 🐭 Toys that encourage stalking, chasing, and pouncing * 🧩 Treat puzzles and food enrichment * 📦 Exploring boxes, tunnels, and new safe spaces * 🪟 Window watching and environmental enrichment * 🐾 Hide-and-seek or “find the toy” games * ❤️ Cuddles and one-on-one attention—when they want it! I also understand that not every pet wants constant activity, and that’s perfectly okay. Some pets are happiest with a few adventures followed by a long nap, while others want to play all day. I’ll pay attention to your pet’s personality, body language, age, energy level, and comfort zone and tailor our activities accordingly. My goal is for your pet to feel happy, mentally stimulated, comfortable, and secure while you’re away—not like their normal life has been put on pause. I’ll keep their routine familiar while adding plenty of fun, enrichment, affection, and individualized attention along the way. 🐾❤️