I grew up with a dog - a medium-sized German Short-haired Pointer named Bonnett - and so I am very comfortable feeding, walking (poop-scooping), and playing with dogs. I have recently lived with a very difficult but lovable cat for two years, and while my roommate was away, I took care of him for a month, which involved feeding, grooming, and playing with the cat everyday to help expend his energy and keep him happy. I have worked as a full-time nanny for 5 months before graduate school, so I have experience working in other people's homes and leaving them in very pristine condition. I also have been a middle-school drama teacher. I am athletic and reliable - anything your dog throws at me I can handle! :)