The most important facet of caring for and sitting a dog is the honesty and communication of the owner to everyone that is in contact with their dog. For example, an owner relaying important information about any health issues or concerns, allergies, the preferred plan for an emergency, and the basic behavior(s) of the dog. Secondly, I ask questions and communicate with the dog's "tenant" to clarify what specific needs/instructions are to be followed for the dog to have the most comfortable experience (i.e. Does your dog have its favorite potty locations? Does your cat interact more before or after they eat?).

The activities and walking plans vary with each animal. Some prefer sitting on a lap and getting the best ear and belly scratches, while others love tug of war and fetch. That's the fun part about dogs and cats: they have no problem telling us what they like and dislike. Building that bond with them is part of choosing the best activities for THEM, not the owner or sitter.