Mammal Ecologist who has worked with creatures of all shapes and sizes (I've probably been given more rabies vaccinations than your pets). Have a Bachelors of Science from SIUC in Zoology. This is NOT the same as veterinary training. It does however give you a certain tolerance to the less adorable part of animal care. Grew up with highly energetic Labrador retrievers. Am more or less a professional hiker and will be glad to help your pets burn off some energy. Cannot house animals (Accept our lab Jet, whom I will get pictures of up eventually) at my current residents do to the concerns of my roommate. Frankly, I understand their point of view on the subject. I look forward to meeting you and your dog.