I have loved animals as far back as I can remember. I can recall my parents asking me for years when I was knee-high to a grasshopper what I wanted for Christmas. The answer was always the same - a puppy. Unfortunately, my dad did not share my love for dogs having been bitten by a large dog at an early age. My parents substituted a series of other lovable little critters - birds, guinea pigs, rabbits, mice, gerbils, etc.

My father finally gave in when I was about 14, and my first prized little puppy was a Dachshund named Raisin.

Since then I have had a variety of fur-babies, and we currently own several adopted dogs - among which are two Chihuahuas (we have named our charitable arm, "An Attitude of Hope" after one of them), two Dachshunds, and an Old English Mastiff. For the past several years, I have worked toward building my life around those things that I love most - my faith, my family and my fur-babies. My husband of many years and I attend a local Christian church, we have no children other than the furry variety. I have worked for the last several years at a local veterinary hospital and am currently obtaining Pet Sitter Certification through the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and am both insured and bonded for your protection. I am also an avid reader of many pet journals, books and blogs/message boards as well as having access to a variety of personal and professional contacts and resources for all your pet care concerns.

I commit to love and care for your pet as if it were my own.

- "Auntie Roberta"