5.0

I’ve been surrounded by dogs for as long as I can remember. My grandma always had at least two—from Freida, her giant schnauzer, to Murray, her corgi—and I grew up helping walk, brush, and care for them. I began pet-sitting when I was just 9 years old, took responsibility for my own dog at 11, and later welcomed my sister’s dog into my home for several years when she couldn’t have pets where she lived. Today, I share my home with an adopted pit bull and a cat. Over the years, I’ve also regularly cared for friends’ pets, including dog walks while their people are at work, cat-sitting, and drop-in visits for playtime and companionship. I understand the importance of following each pet’s routine and helping them feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their person is away. I genuinely love dogs of all breeds, personalities, and energy levels. I’m comfortable with big, enthusiastic, and outgoing dogs, and I’m equally attentive to those who are shy, sensitive, or need extra reassurance. I love playing fetch, going on interesting walks—which I call “sniffaris”—cuddling, and finding the kind of interaction that makes each pet happiest. Over the past five years, caring for my 8-year-old pit bull has given me hands-on experience with anxious attachment, high energy, and overstimulation in public spaces. I worked with a professional trainer to better understand his needs and learned practical techniques for reading body language, recognizing triggers, reinforcing desired behaviors, and responding calmly when he becomes overwhelmed. Though I’m not a professional dog trainer, I’m comfortable following established training routines and consistently reinforcing the cues and boundaries you use at home. Whether your dog wants an active buddy or a calm, reassuring companion, I’ll meet them where they are and care for them like one of my own.