I inherited my love of animals from my grandfather who was a veterinarian. I've had many different pets over the years, but always had a dog by my side! I worked for a local dog business as a trainer, walker, and kennel tech, but I'm now opting for the flexibility and independence of Rover. I am very sensitive to the needs of each dog as an individual based on breed and background. When walking dogs, I always ask them to exhibit good manners while keeping them safe, and my background in behavior and training allows me to do this simply with signaling and body language. I'm knowledgeable about equipment and will always keep in mind what is best for your pet. I love grooming! I feel like it's one of the most challenging andmost rewarding work worth dogs. If you can earn a dogs trust enough to clip their tonails you've got their faith forever! Executing these tasks in a respectful way that will build your dog's self esteem is a joy!