Let me start with saying, my dog is a handful High anxiety, bad with other dogs, and liable to get loose. A rescue that needs attention, and firm training. Amanda has brought out the love in my dog, as much as the obedience. I would hire her as a trainer as much as a sitter. Amanda has been dog sitting for me for about 3 years. She is a true lover of dogs, and all animals. She is responsible and reliable. She is stoic yet loving, and careful with my dog. I would trust her babysitting a child in the same light as babysitting my dog. When I am gone on business trips or traveling to places my dog cannot go. I always call Amanda to take care of her. Amanda is always able to fit her in to my schedule somehow. I would recommend Amanda to any family that loves their dog like they do a child.