My love of animals has been strong throughout my life. My family has always had pets (cats, dogs, fish) thereby fostering my love of animals. To me, pets make a family complete! I always cared for a variety of friends' pets - birds, hamsters, guinea pigs, dogs (small and large), fish, and cats. I have always wanted to transition into a career where I could work with animals. Starting sit. stay. play! is the fruition of that dream and I am so happy to be able to serve this need in Richmond.

I am the proud pet parent of a 13-year-old Akita/Shepherd mix and a deaf 6-year-old German Shepherd, and occasionally an 11-year-old Manchester Terrier, who all together rule the roost. All three were adopted from rescue shelters at various points in their lives. Together, along with all their predecessors, I have learned a great deal about animal behavior. From puppy to senior, and all the issues in-between, as well as socialization, rehabilitating behavior issues and developing handi-capable dogs into well-adjusted pets, I have it covered! I believe that education and training never ends and working with pet and owner will create a successful and happy relationship for both.