Thanks for your interest! My name is Natalie and I'm a life-long dog lover. Even being bit frequently as a child (I assumed they were as excited to meet me as I was to meet them) didn't deter my desire to be around dogs all of the time. From 2010 to 2014, I was a receptionist at a local Charlotte animal hospital, spending much of that time as a lead and go-to for answering client questions. Not only did I learn a tremendous amount about what to watch out for as warning signs that a pup might need medical attention, but I pet sat regularly for our clients. Once I started my career in software, I had less availability to pet-sit for others as I spent my time between my job and my own bulldog Dooley. Tragically, my beautiful Dooley left me unexpectedly in December of 2018. I'm making myself available to pet-sit again to be able to be enjoy the company of other dogs and hopefully be of assistance to parents who have a difficult time finding the right pet sitter for their high-maintenance pet. I can provide references in the veterinary community on request. **Life Update - August 2021** My boyfriend and his black lab Harley (dob September 2014) now live with me. Harley is a good boy, and he does well with all of the various dogs that he has to share his space with. His attitude towards other dogs is typically “calm disinterest” but will sometimes be playful. When I’m not at home, I will not keep Harley in the same space as any visiting dog. They will be separated by a gate and each have their own ample space and access to water. This is to guarantee safety.