*Please leave me a review after our booking is complete. It only takes a minute and helps me gain more clientele. Thanks! I appreciate you.* Hi there! I'm Payton. I'm 28 years old and a lifelong animal lover. I have been performing services on Rover for the past 6 years, which has encompassed overnight house sitting, drop-in visits, dog walking, boarding and daycare services. This professional experience has exposed me to many different dog and cat breeds, as well as animals with a variety of behaviors. Some are outgoing, some are shy, some love other dogs/cats, some can’t stand them, etc. Let's just say that I’m comfortable with it all. I also have 21 years of experience total taking care of my own pets and the pets of friends and family members. I have a Greek tortoise named Tamara and also had a yellow Labrador retriever named Shadow, who passed away in 2017. Shadow’s passing motivated me to start a pet sitting and dog walking business so that I could share the same love that I gave him with animals all over the Santa Clarita Valley. In fact, it was my dog Shadow who taught me how to unconditionally love others, and the lessons that he shared with me over the years that we spent together have shaped the person I am today. I have recently been fostering a 12-year-old Olde English Bulldog named Kimo at my home, which has been a very rewarding experience for the both of us. I volunteered as a Cat Enclosure Caretaker for a cat rescue called Kitten Rescue Los Angeles from 2019 to 2021, as well, which gave me a lot of hands-on experience caring for cats that came from abuse and neglectful situations. I've always felt strongly connected to animals and find peace within every animal interaction that life blesses me with. Spending time with them is equivalent to meditation for me. Anyone who knows me knows that I would rather hang out with an animal than a person. Over the years of running this business, I have made so many amazing connections with animals who have changed my life for the better. I consider every single animal that I've ever taken care of as a lifelong friend of mine, and I remember them all. They are all apart of my heart and have made me (and continue to make me) a better person through the gifts that each of them has shared with me. Animals have taught me to focus on the positive elements of life, appreciate the little things, be myself at all times, stay silly, not take anything too seriously, love with every ounce of my soul, stay loyal, never hold grudges, forgive quickly, find the best in others, fully live in the present moment, never stress over the past or future and enjoy life while I'm still living (+ so much more). I also love walking, hiking, and being physically active in general, so if your dog is in good health, we’ll be getting plenty of exercise together. I am a very trustworthy, mindful and reliable individual, so you can count on me to keep your furry companion happy and safe in my care. When I stay at your home, I will always be respectful and make sure to leave your house cleaner than it was before I came over. Lastly, I am a highly efficient communicator and will always keep you updated about your pet(s) via text message while they are in my care. I try my best to quickly respond to messages that come my way, as well. I will send you several photos throughout the stay so that you can be sure that I am with your pet and that they are being well taken care of. So, if you’re looking for the highest quality of service for your pet(s) in the Santa Clarita Valley, then I’m your person. Let’s meet! FAQs: Q: What are your values, and how do you apply these values to your services? A: I value honesty, integrity, reliability, trustworthiness, accountability, kindness, clear communication, timeliness, patience, empathy and compassion. Even when no one is looking, I strive to be the absolute best version of myself that I can possibly be. This applies to my services because my clients trust me to take care of their pets and homes while they are away. I take that trust very seriously and hold it close to my heart. I use these values to ensure that your animals are treated like precious gold in my care and your home is respected while you are away, so that you get your money's worth and are satisfied. I never invite other people over to your home and always keep everything cleaner than I found it. It's also important to note that I don't drink alcohol, smoke or do drugs, so you will never have to worry about someone throwing a party at your home while you are away. I treat your home and belongings like I treat mine: with respect and dignity. Q: Are there any situations where you won't watch or walk my pet? A: Yes. If you want your dog or cat crated, I don't feel comfortable doing that and do not believe it's morally right, so look elsewhere. I also cannot accept larger dogs who jump a lot and dogs who pull a lot on walks. This is because I am a massage therapist, so I can't risk pulling a muscle or getting injured. Otherwise, I won't be able to work! ***************************************************************************************************