I currently work at an emergency vet hospital in the emergency and neurology department in Tacoma. Sometimes my job requires long hours, but it’s always to help animals, so it’s worth every minute. Prior to this job, I volunteered at many shelters and other clinics in Utah and Massachusetts. Animals truly are my life. My childhood was filled with multiple dogs and cats, and I learned from a young age that our four-legged best friends deserve not only affection, but respect and compassion. And yes, a level of sacrifice because you have to think beyond your own comfort. They depend on us for their security and happiness, and I want to be able to provide your beloved pets with the best possible care while giving you some peace of mind that your pup will be in the safest hands. I am currently living with my boyfriend and two cats, Chance and Hoffman, in Olympia. Those two cats keep us on our toes and bring so much joy to our lives. Again, there have been many amazing animals to have graced our lives and I never play favorites, but our family had a Husky named Asia when I was a young child, and she was the most loving, sweetest and the most loyal dog. She definitely set the tone for the rest of my relationships with animals. She had the most mesmerizing eyes and there were many times I got lost in them. She’d always be waiting by the door for my brother and I to get home from school, and that’s when I learned how dogs are so protective. When it came winter time, which was her favorite, we’d play outside for hours until we couldn’t feel our toes anymore. She’d let us bury her in the snow while we made snow angels. I learned that dogs really are your best friend if you let them. They want to make you happy and I feel I need to make them happy in return. During my work days, I am happy to housesit and when I’m off, I can offer drop-in visits and walks. I enjoy going on long walks, playing fetch in the backyard or laying around with the older pets. My goal is to make sure your pup is loved while you are away. Simply put: your dog is my dog. I treat every living creature with the utmost respect and love, and I’ve dedicated my life to making sure animals are healthy, happy, and safe in their environment and in their bodies. My many years of experience, dependability, and passion allow me to really connect with animals, and I look forward to meeting yours!