I'm a dog and cat adoption coordinator for 501(c)3 nonprofit Doggies Inc. I'm also an experienced foster for dogs and cats, and have helped find happy homes for dozens of animals, of course after getting them responsibly vetted. I'm a long term animal rescue volunteer in a disaster zone, and built and established an animals shelter in the aftermath of the 2011 disaster in Japan. I'm a life long pet owner, having had dogs and cats from birth. Experience caring for dogs and cats in all life stages. Have also cared for fish, birds, chickens. I have a dog (a Shiba mix) and three cats, all rescues, and my parents, whose pets I sometimes take care of, have two dogs (two dopey beagle mixes) and five cats, all rescues.