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commented answer How do you handle an aggressive dog?

Went back again at 3:00 and he was ok to start, then went in the house, ate and went in his crate. When I went near the room he started snarling. I am going again around 9:30pm for last call before bed. I am wearing boots and pants! There is another dog there (10 yr old cairn terrior) it's good.

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commented answer How do you handle an aggressive dog?

Thanks for your advice. When I went back this morning he was a different dog! He was happy I was there and ran straight to the back foot to go out. No barking or snarling. I guess he was just scared and also thought I was an intruder. He was being a good watch dog :)

asked a question How do you handle an aggressive dog?

I had a meet and greet for two dogs to check in on Fri night, three times Saturday and Sunday morning. One of the dogs is a Sheba Inu who barked, snarled and growled almost the entire time I was there tonight. He also nipped at my ankle. I have never been afraid of a dog but I was with him. Now I am afraid to go back. Help! What would your advise be?

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answered a question Can I see the profile of the people who are asking me to sit their dog?

I just had a request and she mentioned she is near the local high school in her text . It was more helpful than just having that she was 2.2 miles away. Too bad more don't do this!

commented question If you hired a house sitter for your dog, would you expect them to clean the mess from an accident?

Absolutely. It may not be a pleasant chore but if it was her house and her dog wouldn't she clean it up? Even if she couldn't/didn't clean it thoroughly but told you about it. I would be concerned about how responsible the person was if they left the mess.

answered a question How long before your profile is approved?

Mine was 12 hours. Now I just need a client! :)

answered a question How long does it generally take to complete background?

I applied at midnight last night and had my approval email at noon today.

answered a question Anxious dog won't stop pacing and whining. We've tried nearly everything. What should we do now?

There is Pheromone spray you can buy that may help calm her. I have used it with anxious dogs by spraying it on a bandana that you can put around their neck. If there is a particular place she lays you can put it on the bedding. Another option is calming pills like Pet-eze. It is all natural. I would check with the pet owner for the pills but the spray shouldn't be an issue. Good luck!!

answered a question Would you wear a Rover baseball hat?

Yes, I would wear a Rover cap while working.