Hi! I’m a lifelong dog lover with over 15 years of dog sitting experience. Whether it’s for friends, family, or Rover clients - I sincerely enjoy providing peace of mind to pet parents and the highest quality care for dogs. It's been a while since I've been active on Rover and I’m not sure how my rating is so low. Perhaps it’s from a boarding booking I completed in San Diego. I naively accepted this booking without a meet & greet. The owner was not forthcoming about her senior dog’s cognitive functioning, and additionally the little dude had diarrhea 30 minutes after drop off, and continued relieving himself anywhere but outside throughout the stay. I was communicative throughout the stay and followed her instructions on how to try and get him to go potty outside (instead of inside every single time, usually after a 10-20 minute walk). Nothing worked and sadly the little guy had to spend a lot of time crated. I had to contact Rover about it because I had no experience at the time with incontinent senior dogs. My rates are currently discounted so that I can build trust and establish a client base, while providing 5-star pet sitting to new clients 😊 I’ve spent the last 5 years working in the corporate world as an Operations Manager. I knew deep down it wasn’t what I wanted to be doing, but I was really good at it and it paid well. After being laid off earlier this year - I took it as a sign that it’s time to pursue my real passion of pet care and animal welfare. Now that I have all this free time, I am filling it with volunteering at shelters, pet sitting for friends & family, and finally utilizing the Karen Pryor dog training course/materials that I started 2 years ago (but gave up on because I was too burnt out from work). TLDR: I can be home all day and am excited to offer my pet care services on Rover again! Spending time with dogs has always come naturally to me. I’m that person at the party who is more interested in hanging out with the host's dog than meeting new people. I have a dog of my own who is very loved and spoiled, so I understand how important it is to find someone you trust with your pet. My goal is always to make dogs feel comfortable, safe, and cared for while their owners are away. I also have hands on dog training experience and am passionate about positive reinforcement training. I plan to complete the Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (CPT) program in the future to continue expanding my skills. Because of this, I pay close attention to dog body language, routines, and behavior so each dog gets care that fits their personality and needs. Whether your dog enjoys long walks, playtime, enrichment activities, or just having someone nearby for company, I’m happy to keep them on their usual routine. I’m comfortable with different energy levels and personalities, from playful party animals to laid-back couch companions. You can expect dependable care, regular updates, and lots of attention for your dog while you’re away. I treat every dog like they’re my own and aim to make the experience stress free for both you and your furry family member.