Joseph A. Pet Care Provider in Indianapolis, IN 46220

I grew up on a farm. we routinely had about 30 chickens, 2 cows, 6 goats, a dog, and more cats than we knew what to do with. Our last dog, Ewok, was a Chow/English Terrier that looked like an Ewok from Starwars, hence the name. My brother currently has a homestead that I help him with. He has chickens, pigs, cats and rabbits. His two cats, Snowball and Shadow, like to roam around outside and catch mice. Shadow likes to lay on his back while you rub your had all over his belly and sides. Snowball loves to nibble on your fingers and play more actively.

I love animals. This past year I was rooming with my sister who has a purebred beagle named Ernie. He would sleep all day but when you gave him the slightest attention he turned into a little tornado begging for belly rubs and walks. I am currently rooming with a friend as I finish my schooling at Marian University. My roommate has two rescue dogs. Sookie is a very active Border Collie/Whippet who perks up at the sound of plastic bags and candy wrappers. Tonks is a docile Labrador/Chow.

I think the most important part of taking care of an animals is treating each animal as an individual. Like us humans, our pets have very different personalities. Some are very active while others like to lay down and have their bellies rubbed. One might prefer walks while another might prefer to play catch. Understanding what each one needs and wants goes beyond just feeding them and letting them out to poo and pee. It also means catering to their individual needs of attention and love.