There is an endless list of things you should know about a clients’ dog beforehand, but here are some of the most important things: name, age, breed, good/bad on recall, on-going training the client wants reinforced, how the dog gets along with other animals, client and dog’s past experiences at a park (off leash location), energy level, potty and feeding/meds schedule, and how they are in the car.

I believe that dogs are at their best and are happiest when they are physically and mentally stimulated for at the very least a few hrs every day. I love taking dogs, even groups of dogs, to the park to run around and expel as much energy as possible. If your dog is sleeping after I return them, I believe I’ve done my job well! Also whenever I am at the park, my phone is never out (unless pictures are requested!), and the dogs have my undivided attention. It’s a prerogative of mine to engage with them, and run around with them to create a bond of trust. In any down time, I make sure that the dog has something to do, weather that’s a bone or toy to chew on or getting scritches and lovins from me!