Growing up I had cats, canaries, horses and fish. At an early age of 5, my grandfather called me katzemutter (cat mother) because I was the kitten tamer around the neighborhood. My horse experience not only included horseback riding but also scrubbing, brushing, tack care, picking hoofs and mucking out stables. In junior high, my science project included falling in love with mice. High school I turned my attention to a pet snake named Shalimar hence snakes don’t bother me. I played with tarantulas and trapped spiders and carried them out to the garden. My parents made a point of making sure we were never afraid of animals except skunks, possums, racoons and foxes in the backyard.

We purchased a 40% wolf hybrid cub at 8 weeks old and learned the differences between a puppy and a cub. Our second wolf hybrid was 56% and subsequently had two litters which were well trained by the time they were adopted out. They learned to live in peace in spite of their natural prey nature with cockatiels, rabbits and cats. We became members of a wolf hybrid owners club (WhoLF - Wolf Hybrid Owners League of Friends). As a club we expanded our knowledge and education of the breeds, as well as provided socialization and participation in parades.

I have raised a number of dogs, a goat and a raccoon. I focus on training and love. I believe a well-trained animal is a safe animal for all. And all animals deserve unconditional love. As a massage therapist/physical therapist I have provided comfort and peace to a large variety of animals from Galapagos Tortoises to chickens, rabbits, goats and of course dogs and cats.

I’m comfortable in most homes with most animals. I take pride in providing a safe environment for pets who may not know how to be alone when family leaves.