Animals have been my passion ever since I was old enough to talk. We got our first family dog Baxter (a beagle/hound mix) when I was around 7 years old and I helped take care of him his entire life. As I got older I took on more of this responsibility; overseeing his vet visits and end of life care as his health declined with age. I spent my teenage years volunteering at the Boston Museum of Science live animal center. This included the feeding and cage maintenance of dozens of different animals so I am well versed in exotics. I spent 5 years working as a certified dog trainer at a major pet retailer. I have trained dogs of all ages from puppy to senior and a wide range of breeds. This mostly consisted of learning basic commands, leash manners, socialization, and teaching the pet parent important training methods to use at home. During this time I helped fit hundreds of squirmy puppies (and older, sometimes anxious dogs) for a harness so I am more than confident in my ability to harness and walk your dog safely. I left the company to pursue a more personal, one on one relationship with pets and their owners. Nowadays I spend my free time caring for my cat Minerva and unfortunately cannot have a dog in my home as she is fearful of them and she is my first priority. All I’ve wanted in life is to be around animals and be part of protecting and caring for them. I hope you will see me as a good fit to care for your pet and I will do my best to exceed expectations.