I believe pets are happiest when they can stick to their normal routines and feel safe in their own environment. In your home, I’ll follow your instructions closely for feeding, walks, medications, playtime, and any little quirks or preferences that make your pet comfortable. Safety is very important to me, whether that means double-checking doors and gates, following leash safety, being mindful of food restrictions, or simply paying attention if a pet seems stressed or not acting like themselves. As a longtime pet owner—including caring for a cat with daily medical needs—I know how important attentiveness and consistency are. I also understand the trust involved in having someone care for your pets and enter your home, and I take that responsibility seriously.

When I visit the house, I'll do a typical check to make sure everything looks in place. I'll let the dog out and/or take them for a walk. If there's special toys they like to play with, I'll be happy to get some fetch time in or maybe just some belly rubs it that's what they like. If it's feeding time, I'll get right to it! They don't like to wait. For cats, once they're fed, I'll empty any litter boxes, check the water levels on their water bowls and start to play with them when their ready.