My first memory of experiencing a dog's love happened while I was still in diapers. I was crawling on the floor in my family’s home and my uncle’s Yorkshire terrier rushed at me, teeth bared and growling. My grandmother’s Cocker Spaniel immediately placed himself in between the Yorkie and me in a defensive stance and told him off! I was too young to fully grasp the situation, but clearly that instance resonated with me, as it became one of my earliest memories! I learned just how loyal dogs could be in that moment, and I knew that if I had their love, then I’d have it forever. I have never not owned a dog, and my life continues to be full with the presence of my six year old shih tzu/Chihuahua mix and my two year old Husky/cattle dog mix. I also recently adopted a Siamese kitten to round out our pet family! From a professional point of view, I have been volunteering in the medical department at my local shelter for over six years and have a great deal of canine experience—I have worked as a dog handler in a daycare/boarding and training facility; I am a certified veterinary assistant studying dog obedience and am on track to obtain my certificate in dog training; and I am a professional pet-sitter and trainer, offering holistic natural remedies and services through my dog care business. I am comfortable working with extra large dogs like Irish Wolfhouds, Doggo Argentinos, St. Bernards, Bernese Mountain dogs and Great Danes, etc., as well as the tiniest of tiny Chihuahuas, yorkies and everything in between! No pup is too hyper, affectionate or stand-offish for me to handle. Dogs sense who I am very quickly! Even the most nervous of pups will warm to me after a treat or two, lots of love, ear scratches, butt scratches, belly rubs and offering of toys! I am not pushy when it comes to winning their affection and let them come to me in their own time. I am patient, compassionate and loving, and I make sure I provide every bit of love and care that I possibly can. My clients and their pups appreciate my patience and good nature, and repeatedly book my services again and again. In short, I treat my clients’ pups as my own and promise to do the same for you! I am self-employed and work from home full time. This means my schedule is flexible, my availability is open and ready to shape to your needs!