I have extensive dog care and training experience in fostering, caring for & training over 200 dogs through Puget Sound area no-kill shelters & pet rescues. I have also assisted training under a highly respected pet dog trainer. I am an outgoing, creative and trustworthy person with an optimistic view on the world. For as long as I can remember, I've had a passion for animals and their welfare. I'm committed to giving all my clients the best possible care. With several years of experience caring for rescues with special needs, my expertise is walking & caring for pups who have behavioral and/or medical needs beyond the average pooch. Pups who need or prefer individual care. I look forward to meeting with you and caring for your furry family member! Thank you for your time and consideration, Missy :) -PET CARE PROVIDER | Independent Providing daily & weekly visits to pups needing extra care. Giving walks, potty breaks, administrating medication, changing diapers, re-dressing wounds, reinforcing positive behaviors, gently providing attention to shy and nervous pups, and safely walking & exercising highly re-active dogs, some who have bite histories. -TRAINING ASSISTANT | Brie Fox Dog Training I am a trainer’s assistant to Brie Fox, CPDT-KA at Doggy Haven Resort. We use positive reinforcement training methods, teaching dogs’ manners and behaviors without pain or fear. -VOLUNTEER | Homeward Pet Adoption Center Homeward is one of Washington's largest NO-KILL shelter. I donate several hours each week loving, caring and working with dogs & cats as well as assisting in administrative duties. I also donate a portion of my Rover Dog Sitting earnings to Homeward. -VOLUNTEER | Ginger’s Pet Rescue Working alongside other volunteers, I interview and assess potential adoptive parents, making certain the dogs are placed in the best possible homes. I advise new dog parents as well as other foster parents in all aspects of dog ownership and handling. I have been a pet lover, especially dogs for as long as I can remember! Ted was my first dog. He was a large, sweet, lovable Collie. Ted was with us until I was 7 years old. As an adult I have worked with local pet rescues, fostering over 200 dogs, loving, training and caring for all my foster kids! I am American Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid Certified. I am very experienced and comfortable administering pet medications & redressing wounds. I will be the primary person caring for your pups, and my husband would likely stay with me on overnight visits. He's an amazing person, works days in IT, and your pup is sure to love him almost as much as they'll love me :)