Do they pull on the leash? Are they leash/dog reactive? Friendly with other dogs/people? Protective over certain things (food/toys/sticks)? Any food allergies? Can they have peanut butter as a treat? Do they have any weird quirk/habits? Is there anything they will try to get in to or things they chew? Any key words or phrases you say to get them to go potty? Certain commands you’d like me to reinforce? Do you allow them on furniture? How about the bed? How are they in the car (anxious, whining, panting, so excited doesn’t know what to do with their body?). I drive an SUV and the dogs are only allowed in the trunk/cargo space, will your dog be able to jump back there?

We’ll talk a walk around Legacy Park, Swamp Rabbit Trail, Cleveland Park, check out local breweries or if you’ve been to Unleashed Dog Bar (we’re frequent flyers there) we can go there too! And if your dog is dog park friendly, I can always take them there for extra socialization but that is totally all in your preference! I try to keep dog park visits to early morning when there is minimal dogs. If it’s rainy out, we’ll do some puzzles inside, sniff & seek games, or learn a new trick. I try my best to make sure we have a balance of some similar routine at home and varying it up while they’re here so it’s new and fun. They deserve an adventure & mini vacation while you’re away too.