About Me 🌹
Growing up in Torrance I often spent the day in the encapsulation of greenery behind my parents' garage, inhaling chlorophyll and waiting for animals and insects to come up to me. Intuitive and sensitive, I naturally favored nature's unconditional love. Over time, societal pressures led me to leave my childhood home and immerse myself in studying Electrical Engineering, neglecting the magic of life in the process. In 2015, I was introduced to the idea of animal caretaking as a profession and started working for Rover - an animal siting & walking app. After graduating from UC Davis in 2019 and free to do as I please, I started to remember parts of me once bullied and shamed, appreciating my vulnerability and innate magic in the process. In 2022, I returned to Southern California and founded my own animal wellness business, creatively expanding my love for animals. Every day, within and beyond my business, I reaffirm my devotion to openness, trust, and intentional connection to life.
How experienced am I as a pet sitter and animal caretaker?
I've been professionally caring for animals since 2015 and often draw from my earliest childhood experiences. From senior dogs needing multiple medications and injections to pets struggling with various anxieties and physical abilities, I've encountered a wide range of situations that underscore the uniqueness of each animal. With CPR certification, bonding, insurance and a whole lot of bravery, I remain committed to continual learning and adaptability.
Do I offer sliding scale rates for my services?
I certainly do - sharing what I create and expanding it outward is important to me. You'll find these rates in the Services section on the Home page listed under Sitting. A sliding scale rate is about what you can afford access to rather than what you would prefer or think you should pay. As quoted in the article Self Selecting On Sliding Scale, "a good rule of thumb is to always book at the top of what you CAN (and whatever that is, is ok)".​
Which areas do I offer my animal care services to?
I am currently offering all of my services to residents of Long Beach, Los Altos, Signal Hill, Dominguez, Alamitos, Bellflower, The Plaza, State College Area, Belmont Heights, Belmont Shore, City College Area, El Dorado Park, Bixby Knolls, Los Cerritos, Wilmington, Bluff Heights, Bluff Park, California Heights, Downtown Long Beach, Lakewood, Naples and more!
I also offer my in-home/overnight sitting and hourly services to Huntington Beach, Seal Beach, Costa Mesa, Torrance, and Redondo Beach - with mileage added onto service rates.
What are my cancellation pollicies?
Sitting - Cancellations made 7 days or earlier of scheduled service start date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within fewer than 7 days of scheduled start date of service will be charged 50% of total scheduled service cost.
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Walking - Cancellations made before 24 hours of scheduled service start date will receive a full refund. Three or more consecutive cancellations within 24 hours of scheduled service will result in charge of full price of this service upon any future cancellations made within 24 hours of service. All other cancellations will result in a refund or credit toward future service - at the discretion of the client.
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Field Trips - Cancellations made 48 hours or earlier of scheduled service start date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within fewer than 48 hours of scheduled start date of this service will be charged 50% of total scheduled service cost.
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Cuddles - Cancellations made 48 hours or earlier of scheduled service start date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within fewer than 48 hours of scheduled start date of this service will be charged 50% of total scheduled service cost.