I have always loved dogs, but now that I live in an apartment that doesn't allow dogs I find myself missing them, which is why I love working with RoverGo to get my doggie fix! I love all the different personalities each dog has and I do find myself drawn to the more skittish and timid ones because I’m good at comforting them, which I think stems from the fact when I was growing up we adopted a mutt from the pound who had been abused as a puppy and as a result was very shy. I also participated in a dog training program through 4-H for six years and I learned how to teach dogs obedience and showmanship. I’m comfortable with any domestic animal I met and while I was growing up I raised chickens and pigeons and I had the opportunity to handle all sorts of different livestock such as steer, horses, pigs, sheep and goats. While I haven't raised these animals I would still be comfortable caring for them if the need arose. I currently work with dogs at a kennel, but I find that most of my time there is spent cleaning and not as much one-on-one time with the pups as I would like. I’m mostly excited about meeting different dogs with RoverGo and I consider myself very calm and patient with animals. I also have experience with cats if you need help with your feline friends as well. My roommate and I share our home with a cat, who gets along with dogs as long as they don't play too rough. My apartment does not allow dogs, sadly, so I am unable to offer much boarding or long term daycare in my apartment but I am more than happy to care for your pup in your home. When I first meet a dog I like to get down on their level so that they aren’t nervous. I generally prefer bigger dogs such as Shepherds or Huskies, but I’ve also become accustomed to working with smaller breeds as well. Since we would be staying in your pup’s home, I would keep their routine as similar to what they are accustomed to, including exercise and eating schedules. I love taking walks and visiting the dog park so if that’s part of their routine, all the better! I do love to visit Laurelhurst Park and Powell Butte, but I’m also just as comfortable being a homebody, so if you have a senior dog we can take it easy with short strolls or just a lot of lounging and cuddle time. Above all, I would provide the same care to your pup that I would to my own dogs. I’ll also keep you updated with photos and I will keep your home in the same condition you left it.