I've had animals since I was about 4 years old. My parents started my sister and I with rabbits, but our home quickly grew to include hamsters, gerbils, and my first dog at 10. I haven't been without a pet in over 25 years. I am currently Mom to 2 cats, 1 dog, and a 20 gallon fish tank. Neighbors, friends, and family have asked me to watch their animals over the years - dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, even a bearded dragon. I volunteered with a cat rescue for 5 years. I acted as adoption counselor, foster, and cage cleaner. I attended multiple spay and neuter clinics where I helped cats in recovery. I also volunteered as a dog walker for over 2 years at a kennel. (An out of state move meant I had to give up both rescues I grew so fond of.) I have taken a pet first aid and cpr class. We learned how to treat dogs and cats in an emergency situation, should the need arise. I thought this was particularly helpful for the dog shelter. I was also trained in proper prong-collar technique (though I do not believe in them for my own dog, nor would I ever use one without explicit instruction from a pet parent). I follow instruction well. I brake for squirrels. I rehabilitate birds who fly into the windows at work (very unfortunate). I make friends with any dog, cat, fish, fur, feather, or scaly friend I can. I'd love to meet your babies!