I am the biggest animal lover you will ever meet! I am responsible, HIGHLY experienced, loving, and trustworthy. Every dog I take care of I treat with utmost love and care as if they are my own fur baby. I am Vegan for the animals. In addition to the many dogs I have taken care of through Rover, I am also a dog rescuer. I have volunteered as a foster Mom for 64 different small sized rescue dogs, so far. I have experience in a wide range of temperments, behavior, post-surgery dogs, giving oral medications, etc. If you have a second animal in addition to your dog I'm also open to caring for them at the same time as taking care of your dog. I can care for cats, hamsters, fish, lizards, etc- if that care is needed and clear care instructions are provided. I specialize in the loving care of smaller dogs, 25 lbs and under. I can consider a higher weight range if your dog walks well on leash and doesn't have reactivity issues. I have had personal injury and I need to be selective of my clients I can take on to preserve my own well being, safety, and longevity. I love taking care of dogs and I do Rover because I am so passionate about this work. I worked for 3 years at Aqua Paws dog Wellness Center in East Van. I worked for one year in the doggy daycare with breeds of all sizes. Then I worked for 2 years under vet supervision as a rehab specialist. I was dog massage therapist, Reiki energy healing practitioner, used accupressure, and cold laser therapy for my clients there. I also oversaw underwater treadmill sessions for fit/athletic dog exercise, senior maintenance, and as a tool in rehab therapy. I also did land based exercise and rehab sessions with dogs using equipment. I love to provide a safe and loving space for dogs! My approach is to give a lot of affection: cuddles, talking to the dogs, treats, praise, and making every dog feel comfortable and loved. I make sure that dogs I take care of go on regular small walks/potty breaks per day. I love to cuddle on the couch with my fur friends. My own dogs sleep snuggled up with me in my own bed at home. If your pup prefers having their own space and wants to sleep on their own dog bed, that's ok too. I want every fur baby I take care of to be comfortable. I view each dog as a member of my family and they are all treated with love and respect.