Hello, my name is Joanne.

In the photo with me is my team mate, love and loyal friend “Chiquita”, an Argentine Thoroughbred Polo Pony.  She plays a very important role in my life - our bond and relationship has changed my life forever.   Chiquita tirelessly continues to be instrumental in helping and guiding me with the game of polo.

I have always had a passion for horses, and believe they are one of nature’s most magnificent creatures.  I have been surrounded by animals all of my life; as a child, for example, my family bred Siamese Blue Point cats and Chihuahuas.  Today, I have the companionship of a wonderful German Shepherd named “Gaston” - rescued from abandonment, and a beautiful Calico cat named “Sassy”.

I have had much experience caring for animals of all kinds and thoroughly enjoyed being able to do so.  I have cared for my friends' farm horses, dogs, cats, and pigs … some of which also required medical attention.

As a person, I am very attentive, patient, calm, compassionate and consider myself to be a very caring individual.  I work extremely well under pressure and in stressful situations. 

I have an interest and will pursue training on the "Tellington TTouch", a positive behaviour modification approach that is based on cooperation and respect between human and animals and that promotes healing, training and communicating with animals.  Knowing just a simple circular touch can make a vast difference in a way an animal feels and acts.

I joined the Loving Paws & House Sitting team in July 2006 and have since had the opportunity to meet many wonderful people and their pets.  If you choose to use Loving Paws & House Sitting and I am offered to care for your pet, please know that they will be in very good hands.

I look forward for the opportunity to meet with you and your wonderful pets.