Emily C. Pet Care Provider in Clermont, FL 34711

Emily Conde is your DogSmith of Greater Orlando where she combines a love for animals with her educational experience to provide the finest pet care possible. As a mother and teacher, she knows what it means to create an environment where all parties feel listened to, cared for, and respected. As a DogSmith, she uses this awareness to enhance her clients’ experience. Along with her husband and two boys, Emily shares her Clermont home with two rescue dogs: Jem, a Terrier mix; and Josie, a Border Collie.

Emily was first drawn to the relationship between humans and dogs after rescuing a neighborhood stray. At nearly 80 lbs., this unbridled Golden Retriever destroyed everything in the family’s home forcing Emily to question if this new girl was too much to handle. Fortunately, she accepted the challenge. Watching Gracie transform from a rampant tornado of energy into a calm caretaker of others, both canine and human, made Emily recognize the therapeutic power of pets. Over the last 17 years, Emily has adopted and raised several rescues, drawing from each experience new insight on the dynamic connection between pet and family. She continues to enjoy the rewards of rescue work by volunteering with the Houndhaven organization near her Florida home.

Although the U.S. Department of Labor tells us, ‘Most animal care workers learn their trade through on-the-job training, with no formal education in pet care or academic study,’ the DogSmith is the clear exception. Emily is a Certified Pet Care Technician and a Pet First Aid Responder having earned these accreditations through a rigorous course of academic study and practical, hands-on experience including: pet first aid and emergency protocols; canine/feline anatomy and physiology; canine/feline health and handling; and canine behavior and social communication. She is currently working to complete her certification as a DogSmith Canine Behavior Consultant.

During her years in the high school classroom, Emily’s skills and dedication set her apart. Her student-centered approach to teaching and her collaborative relationships with parents and peers established her as a respected advisor in the workplace where she is known for her patience, reliability, and commitment. The creativity and compassion that made Emily a success with students and colleagues is the foundation of her business and the very reason you trust the DogSmith of Greater Orlando with your furry family members.