Being informed on any special conditions (disorder, illness, medication) the dog may have would be extremely helpful. Knowing any triggers (pulling, squirrels, other dogs) are a need-to-know in order to help keep both the dog, and myself safe. I would also like to know what methods are used for your dog in a dicey situation (fighting with other dogs/pets, seizures, etc). I have my own methods for such situations for my own pets that work just fine, but if you have a preferred method of handling such situations that you feel is what's best for your dog, I'd love to know as it could be helpful. For Sitting and Drop-Ins, feeding times, and how often the dog must be let out are also a need-to-know. From experience of caring for my own dogs, letting a dog out for a potty break before it needs to go can lead to a mess in the house later.

If there is one, I'd take the dog on a preferred route, one that it has often gone on during walks. If there are any parks available, I may take it there for a bit of extra exercise. Playing fetch or tug-of-war are always fun when it's just me and the dog at home.