I have years of hands-on experience caring for both cats and dogs with big personalities, different needs, and unique emotional backgrounds. I grew up around dogs and am very comfortable caring for them alongside cats — including understanding different energy levels, routines, and communication styles. I don’t just “pet sit; I focus on understanding each pet as an individual and respecting their boundaries, routines, and communication styles. I’m especially patient with animals who need time to warm up or who have had rough pasts. I take a calm, low-pressure approach and let pets set the pace for trust and interaction. What sets me apart: • 🐾 Experienced with cats and dogs who are: • Shy, anxious, reactive, or easily overstimulated • Food-motivated, demanding, or boundary-testing • 🐾 Comfortable reading body language and respecting “no” signals • 🐾 Experienced with feeding routines, treat schedules, and managing food-related behaviors • 🐾 Patient with seniors and low-energy pets • 🐾 Confident with multi-pet households and managing group dynamics • 🐾 Focused on low-stress handling and emotional well-being • 🐾 Will follow routines exactly as instructed (feeding times, meds if applicable, enrichment, etc.) My goal is to make your pet’s time with me feel as close to their normal routine as possible — not just watched, but genuinely cared for in a calm, respectful way.