What is the dog's or cat's behavior, what it likes, and dislikes? Does it have a tendency to bite or get mood swings? Does it get anxious when left alone? What are its feeding habits? Does it finish its food immediately or takes a long time to do so? What kind of foods does it eat, or if the owner can provide the food? Does it have its own favorite bed or basket or toys? If they do, it would be good for the pet parent to bring it along to reduce separation anxiety and give it some sense of familiarity in an otherwise foreign location. Has it been properly vaccinated, especially if you have your own pets around and if it is susceptible to any disease or infections, for example, sensitive skin that needs to be cleaned after pooping. You may ask for documentation proving that the vaccination was made via the app or on arrival. Is it friendly to other dogs or cats, strangers, or children? In particular, if hosting pets of different types like dogs and cats together, or large animals and small animals such as dogs and rabbits, take extra precaution even if your pet or the pet owners pet is said to be friendly to other animals. Keep them separate when you are not around to keep an eye on them. What commands the dog understands and if the owner can demonstrate it. It's always good to be able to communicate with the dog.

Go on a walking tour of your city. ... Spend a day swimming and exploring a beach or lake. ... Go on a bike ride together. ... Run or jog together. ... Visit an off-leash dog park where your dog can romp with other dogs. ... Make a puzzle for your dog to solve.