Having grown up surrounded by animals, Rita chose horse riding as her sporting passion at the age of 11, starting to compete nationally in Show Jumping at the age of 12. In 2013 completed the 12th grade of the Professional Course in Equine Management Technician (EPDRA) and also the course of Grade II Trainer in General Equitation. She also has a course in Physical Education and Sports. At the age of 16, she received her first dog, Baloo, a Labrador Retriever cross, who accompanied her to most of her training and equestrian competitions. Since 2016, she has accompanied Carolina on her adventures in the canine world, learning and letting her passion for dogs grow.