I have always felt a close connection to dogs and have cared for my family's pets for years. I grew up with a Schnauzer with whom I was very close. I would love to help care for other's loved pets while they are at work or away to alleviate any stress or concern. I greatly enjoy the outdoors and long walks. Hiking and being in nature is another great hobby of mine - something dogs generally greatly enjoy as well. My experience has primarily been with larger retrievers. Lastly, I do have experience caring for dog reactive dogs. My daughter has a Labrador/pit bull/pointer mix who is very dog reactive (and a rescue) and I have cared for her for quite some time. I have learned a lot about dog safety and etiquette for dog walks between other owners.