Please tell me all about your friend! I have experience working with pets of many ages, sizes, breeds and temperaments, but extra details can always help me adjust to your pet's personality and routines quickly so I can earn their trust and create a caring bond. Before I stay with your pet, we'll set up a meet and greet and I'll ask you about: * Your pet’s age, energy level and temperament towards people and other dogs * Their feeding, sleep and potty routines * Favorite toys or pastimes, socialization habits * Medical history and any allergies or current medication needs * Any discipline or training needs, potential behavioral issues * Any sensitivities, triggers, or anxiety/fear/trauma issues I should be aware of My preferences: I have no breed or age preferences and will work with some behavioral issues as long as you tell me what I can expect up front, and offer some solutions that have worked best for you. I've worked with larger dogs before and they're usually the biggest marshmallows! However, I am on the diminutive side, so if your dog is notably large and tends to be leash reactive or aggressive, I may not be the best fit to physically care for them in some scenarios. When I stay at your house: For house-sitting needs, I have some questions in an online form that I'll send you before we book! My main upfront requests are that the home is tidy and free of pests, there is a comfy place to sleep, wifi is available, I’m able to use the kitchen, and no cameras are present in private areas like the bathroom and bedroom. I may also ask about your favorite places to walk your dog in the neighborhood, any home safety, dog-proofing or security measures I should know about, and helpful info to orient me if I'm not as familiar with your neighborhood!

* I will make sure I walk, feed, administer any needed meds, and adhere to sleep/wake times as closely as possible to your friend's regular schedule. I will also adhere to any training protocols you use! * I'll set aside lots of time for playing and snuggles! I'm very intuitive with dogs and am happy to give lots of attention, play with a favorite toy, get some outdoor exercise, or give someone a little space to get used to my presence- whatever your doggie needs to stay well in your absence. * I love exploring green spaces, so we'll go to the nearest park and stop to smell the flowers! If your dog is people friendly, with your advance permission I'd also love to take them to some pet-friendly neighborhood restaurants or stores. * You can expect regular check-ins 2-3 times a day with plenty of pictures so you can be confident your pooch is enjoying themselves. My Schedule: I do have a full-time weekday job, but enjoy some flexibility to work remotely, take a mid-day break, or alter start/end times to make sure your pet's needs are met during a stay. My weekends are generally free, and when you book me on weekdays I'll give my full attention to your pet during morning and evening hours! My Service Area: I live on the Northside in the Ravenswood/Lincoln Square neighborhood, and am able to accept bookings in most places the CTA can take me. Brown Line, North-of-Loop Red Line, Northwest Blue Line and Loop locations are especially easy for me to get to. I know the thought of leaving your pet with a sitter can be stressful, so I'm happy to answer any questions you have!