When I do service at a clients home I always make sure to enter and exit cautiously. Double checking to make sure the door is locked and closed completely! Making sure gates and fences are secured in the backyard. When going on walks I always make sure we are using the proper equipment for the pup going on the walk! Harness is required if you want me to walk your pup. If you don’t have a harness no worries, I’m sure I have an extra one in the size you need! Retractable leashes are not preferred, I will use my own leash if that is the only option you have available. There are some pups that take time to warm up when I arrive. They are usually the ones that become my BEST FRIEND by the end of the stay. I will not overwhelm them or force them to like me, I will give them space and let them come to me when they’re ready. If they are having a hard time eating while you’re away I will try any suggestions you have as well as use my own experience to provide suggestions as well. At my home pups are allowed to roam free in the home and outside in the backyard. If you prefer your pup to be kenneled you may need to bring your own (we are now kennel free). I won’t use kennels unless you bring one, but I will separate groups with gates when it is time to eat or relax. If your pup is typical for high anxiety/trying to escape/being antisocial/unfriendly, they will be kenneled in the evening and walked outside on a leash, this is for their own safety as well as the other pups staying. The kennel provides them a safe space that they can relax without interruption. Walking on the leash ensures they do not jump the fence. Again, we are now kennel-free and you will have to bring your own if you know your dog is typically kenneled at home or may be aggressive. I make sure to keep an eye on all areas of the fence line for any possible holes before allowing anyone outside. I am outside with them and inside with them, they are never left unattended. I have cameras outside and inside for extra coverage. I will not leave for errands or go out for fun! The only reason I leave on a work day, is to provide taxi service to pick up/drop off pups for daycare/grooming appointments they have with me. Since there are always other pups here I make sure to do gradual introductions! Grooming pups are not introduced to anyone unless they are also planning on daycare or boarding in the future. I am confident that I can read the body language and assess the situation as needed before it gets out of control. If I feel your pup is not ready to be with a group I will let them spend time alone, then slowly introduce one pup then another and see how things go. Sometimes they wont get along with one specific pup, so I just make sure to rotate them! It’s a process, but well worth it to decrease the risk of fights/injuries/even death! I am all about the safety of your pup! I want them to come home to you safe and happy!