From farm animals to family pets, I’ve been caring for animals my whole life. Growing up, I dog-sat, cat-sat, horse-sat, and even cared for miniature donkeys on friends’ farms during my early teens. My love for animals started as early as 8 years old when I dreamed of becoming a zoologist and was affectionately called the “cow whisperer” for mooing back and forth with my friends’ cows. I grew up with a Bassett Hound, Chelsea, who lived to 13, and later became a proud dog mom to Raider, my rescued Lab Mix, who was by my side for 16 years. Through these experiences, I gained not only a deep bond with animals but also hands-on experience training puppies and providing gentle, attentive care to senior pets. Whether it’s playtime with an energetic pup, patient support for an aging companion, or specialized attention for farm animals, I bring a lifetime of love, reliability, and genuine passion to every animal I care for.