I have over 20 years in caring for pets and animals, and I've taken many training classes with my dogs. I am confident in my handling abilities and my capacity to love and care for them. I have owned dogs, cats, mice, parakeets, rabbits, goats, sheep, and chickens. I am not squeamish or timid, and I understand that animals will behave like animals and don't punish them for it. I have taken care of pets for friends for almost as many years as I've taken care of my own, and have become THE person with whom they trust this task to. I am the "Alpha" in my home, and dogs become one of my "pack" when they are with me. I don't usually have trouble with animals, but handle it calmly when I do. I am also very flexible, and open to suggestions.