I've been raised around animals all my life. It started on exotic animal ranches in the sierra foothills and the Midwest, then households filled with pets as a teenager and now my own little urban homestead here in Oakland. I have an abundance of experience with dogs (especially larger breeds), cats, reptiles and chickens. Whether your menagerie is big or small, I'd love to keep them happy and healthy for you while you are away. I started doing pet sitting in high school for family friends, and it grew from there. While I loved providing this service as part of house sitting, I am now a mother of two and no longer able to provide overnight services. My daughters' do accompany me on house visits/walks depending on the time of day. If your pet is uncomfortable around children, I do not think I would be a good fit for your needs.