About Me

I grew up in a house full of dogs and have never been able to bear life without them.

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If you’re here, I’m guessing you get it. Dogs aren’t just pets—they’re family, mood boosters, walking partners, and a reason to smile every single day. And when life’s thrown me curveballs, I’ve always turned back to them. During the pandemic, I became a professional pet groomer. Today, I’m a regular volunteer at St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, NJ. Dogs have always been my fallback—and my first love.

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But my “real job”? For 15 years, I led teams in the corporate healthcare world, most recently managing the entire Northeast from DC to Boston, with 13 professionals reporting directly to me. I had the salary, the benefits, the corner office… and the constant sense that something was missing. I spent too many hours in airports and hotel lobbies dreaming about getting back to working with animals.

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In late 2024, corporate downsizing made that decision for me. I could’ve jumped right back into another leadership role. But instead, I chose something bolder—something that had been gnawing at me for years: building a professional, client-first pet care business that brings together my leadership experience and my lifelong passion for animals.

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Professional Experience & Training

• Petco Pet Groomer (2021-2022)

• LECA™ Leash Manners Course Graduate (2023)

• St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center (2024—Present)

• Jon Loves Dogs Senior Pet Sitter (2024—2025) 

• Jon Loves Dogs Master Pet Sitter (2025—Present)

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Certifications

• American Red Cross™ Cat & Dog First Aid & CPR (2024—Present)

• FFCP-P — Fear Free™ Certified Professional Pet Sitter (2025—Present)

• CPPS — PSI® Certified Professional Pet Sitter (2025—Present)

• LECA™ Pet CPR & First Aid (Coming October 2025)