Dog walking in McKinleyville

I have over 10 years with various animals and would to meet and walk or watch your dogs or check on your pets in your home. A little about me:I am an Air Force veteran who decided to become a pilot after I left the military. Currently I am finishing my bachelors degree (one class left!), adding to my two associates degrees (Culinary Arts and Aviation). Part of the reason I am looking to be a dog walker/sitter, besides just loving animals, is that I recently left a higher paying job in order to join my dream aviation field with the Forest Service. I was lucky to get hired into their Fire & Aviation Department and am on track to be a wild-land firefighter and, eventually, an airplane pilot in fire suppressing aircraft. While I already have my helicopter licenses, I am currently working on my fixed-wing licenses and need extra funds to build hours. Plus, taking pups out on walks will help me stay in shape for fire season. Soooooo, hopefully we can help each other out and my dogs can make friends as a bonus :)

My own fur baby is a mini schnauzer, Abby, who I've had since puppyhood. She does not know she is mini and was determined to be my guard dog, so I learned a lot about dogs while properly socializing her for the dogpark and public walks. I have also done walking and sitting for friends and family. As a fellow pet parent know that each furbaby has their own adorable quirks and every home has its own order. I try to pay attention to the details so that your best friend is well cared for and your home feels just as it always has.

I treat every new dog as a wonderful adventure in getting to know them and their preferences. That also includes the relationship they have with their owners. In other words, I'm all about customized care! I am energetic, thoughtful, and observant. When I'm doing work with dogs, whether pet sitting or walking dogs, it doesn't even feel like a job to me; I'm amazed I'm getting paid to do something so fun! I have a lifetime of experience caring for animals, both domestic and wild, and am very flexible with my schedule to accommodate the dog's needs. My special skills include ability to give medical treatments based on my past work in veterinary clinics and being willing to do silly and messy fun things like charge into a river with them.

As a experienced dog foster for Lucky Day Rescue of Colorado, and as an animal lover, I have experience providing a loving and stable environment for foster dogs of all sizes, ages and breeds. I enjoy providing dogs with a safe environment, a comfortable routine, and regular outings to stimulate their minds. I have experience training, socializing, and establishing a routine for abused and/or rescue dogs. I understand that every dog has its own needs, and am dedicated to building a partnership with pup parents to understand and meet those needs. I am currently a pharmacy student, which means my availability each day depends on my class schedule. However, I look forward to communicating with you to see what works best for you and your furry loved one!