Why Use Pampered Pets?

  • Suzanne was raised with dogs, cats, small animals and a monkey.
  • Since 2003, she's been a member of the Delta Society, an international organization devoted to improving human health through service and therapy animals.
  • She is trained and current in Red Cross Dog/Cat First Aid
  • She and Bentley have volunteered as a Pet Partner Therapy Team for the past 5 years at the Bailey Boushay House, a branch of Virginia Mason Medical Facility.
  • She's taken classes in animal rescue and is a current (since 2005) member of EARS, the Emergency Animal Rescue Service.
  • Her BA in psychology focused on humans, but helped shape her animal philosophy of positive reinforcement as a behavioral training tool.
  • Prior to adopting Bentley, she volunteered at the King County Humane Society, Bellevue.
  • Member of Pet Sitters International, a business organization which offers training and networking opportunities for pet sitters.