Hi! I'm Ilaria, an Italian animal lover living in Wageningen. I grew up with a dog and have always enjoyed spending time with animals, whether that means going for long walks, playing, or simply keeping them company. My boyfriend also grew up surrounded by animals, including dogs, cats and chickens, so animals are very much part of our lives. Animals are also part of my professional life. I work in animal science and have several years of experience working with pigs, including caring for them, monitoring their behaviour and health, and handling them on a daily basis. This experience has taught me to be patient, observant and attentive to each animal's individual needs. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet. I will always follow their usual routine and take their personality, age and activity level into account. I am happy to care for both dogs and cats, and I particularly enjoy being outdoors for walks and exercise. I offer dog walking, home visits and doggy day care. My walks are typically around 30–60 minutes, depending on your dog's age, energy level and usual routine. I enjoy walking in and around Wageningen and can adapt the route and duration to your dog's needs. During home visits, I can feed your pet, refresh their water, walk dogs, clean litter boxes for cats, and of course spend time playing with them or keeping them company. For doggy day care, your dog will stay with me in my apartment in Wageningen or at your place. I am currently home most of the day and have a flexible schedule, so your dog will have plenty of company and supervision. I can take them out for regular walks and toilet breaks, and they are welcome to relax and sleep in the living area. I will follow their normal routine as closely as possible so they can feel comfortable in a new environment. I am also happy to arrange a meet and greet before a booking so that we can get to know each other and make sure your pet feels comfortable with me. I would love to meet your dog or cat and provide them with attentive and reliable care while you are away.