I have always had dogs my entire life. I'm not afraid of any dog nor am I intimidated by any dog. I love them, and they tend to love me. I respect dogs in that I do not push them for affection or attention like many people tend to do. I understand dogs and know how to approach them. I've trained my own dogs well and am familiar with training though I do not have certification. My grandmother who used to train show dogs taught me as I was growing up. I am a grad student and have no full time job. I have a lot of availability throughout the week including some mornings and afternoons. I enjoy walking, biking, and rollerblading, so just in case your dog likes to run I will be able to keep up one way or another. I am trusted by my peers and fellow dog lovers because of my good relationships with dogs. I have dog sat for many people including walking multiple dogs at once. I enjoy the experience of being able to go outside and spend time with one of my favorite creatures.