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I started Reigning Pets Northwest in 2007 as my way of bringing to your pet the creature comforts they deserve, as well as the quality, convenience, and value that are important to you.  I have enjoyed a life-long love and compassion for animals, and have owned and cared for an extensive list of companion animals, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, fish, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats, guinea pigs, turtles, hermit crabs and more!

As a pet sitter responsible for the well being of your pets while they are under my care, I recently earned my Accredited Pet Sitter designation through Pet Sitters International.  This accreditation is the highest level of professional attainment available in the pet sitting industry, and is important for me to be able to offer to my clients.  According to PSI, fewer than 1 percent of member pet sitters nationally are accredited.  Shop around, and you will find that Reigning Pets Northwest is the company you should entrust with your pet's care!

When I am not taking care of your pets, I am a competitive swimmer and triathlete, and have swam in exciting endurance events such as the Alcatraz Shark Fest Swim in San Francisco, California.  With the value I place on physical health and well-being, rest assured that I will not tire before your dog during our walks together!

I also enjoy camping and hiking in our beautiful Northwest setting.  I love our Portland weather, especially those cool, rainy days. Having grown up in the Midwest, it is a treat for me to be able to work in our mild Portland weather!  For those who are not so fond of getting soaked while walking your pets, allow me!

Prior to Reigning Pets Northwest, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Northern Illinois University and a Masters of Business Administration degree from Portland State University.  I worked in the corporate world as a financial analyst for about 10 years, then made the decision to dedicate myself to what I truly enjoy... caring for pets.  I am so thrilled to have made this decision, and look forward to providing the best care available for your pets!

I have been happily married for nearly 10 years to a wonderful husband who gives me strength and who keeps me focused on the things that truly matter in life.  We share our home in SE Portland with two 8-year old cats, a sister and brother named Luna (brown tabby) and Mortimer(white and gray tabby), who we adopted in 2007 from Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood, Oregon.  In May of 2008, we also adopted a 3-month old Pit Bull / Boxer mix puppy named Hailey from Dead Dog Walking Pit Bull Rescue in The Dalles, Oregon.  I am also very blessed to be surrounded by loving family and friends who have supported me wholeheartedly in my endeavor to follow my dream of providing professional pet care through Reigning Pets Northwest.

Photo of Hailey courtesy of Sean Morrison Photography