Emily G. Pet Care Provider in Shawnee, KS 66216

I have always loved animals, especially big ones. For two years I volunteered at the local animal shelter in the town I previously lived. The conditions of that shelter were less than ideal, but there were so many animals who needed love and care. Through that shelter I helped train, socialize, adopt, and occasionally rehabilitate dogs who were in desperate need of all the care they could get. On many occasions, neighbors have enlisted my care for their pets while they were away, for up to a couple of weeks at a time. I have a passion for misunderstood breeds (specifically pit bulls and German Shepherds), though I won't take on dogs with histories of violence unless the situation is very unique. I have received informal training from a friend who taught dog behavior classes and have experience with handling dogs both larger than me, and poorly behaved. Though I don't feel confident being hired only for training, I have had success training simple commands such as sit and stay and proper leash walking. I love and am willing to handle all animals (even snakes) and have much experience with dogs, cats, and fish. Minimal experience with rodents, reptiles, and horses.