18/09/2025
⭐️More Than the Dog Lady⭐️
Beyond the dog leads and muddy paw prints, here’s a peek at the person behind the business:
🎧 The audiobook fan: My brain just works better with audiobooks. No more words bouncing around the page while my mind races ahead—I’ve already completed 40 new books this year, with many rereads along the way!
🏐 The athlete: You can find me on the netball court playing for the Portland Flames. I’m a competitive player, but I’m also just there for the fun and fitness.
🎨 The creative: My happy place is having a few creative projects on the go at once, from drawing and painting to baking and singing. I love having a creative outlet, though “adulting” often puts these interests on the back burner.
🌍 The adventurer (and introvert): I’m an introvert at heart and love the quiet countryside, but I also have a serious travel bug and a long list of places I want to see and photograph. My bucket list includes getting my PADI scuba diving certification—I’ve always found so much peace underwater.
🧠 The risk assessor: Thanks to my past jobs, which have all been in a caring capacity, my brain is always one step ahead. Roles like being a lifeguard and swim instructor in America and handling care planning have made risk assessment an ingrained behavior. I’m constantly making sure everything is safe, whether I’m on a dog walk or just out and about.
🥶 The cold-hater: While I love my walks, I’m constantly on the lookout for new ways to keep my chilblains at bay—I am not built for the cold! On a winter evening, you’ll likely find me curled up under an electric blanket, trying to warm back up after a day outside.
Of course, dogs and animals will always be a huge part of my world. From my dog Olive at home to all the wonderful dogs I walk, they’re my constant joy. But it’s sometimes nice to be known for more than just “the dog lady.” 💛