Safety is the most important thing to me when walking your dog. I keep dogs leashed the whole time, stick to routes I know well, and always bring water and waste bags. I pay close attention to their body language — heat, tiredness, or nervousness around other dogs — and adjust the pace to match their age and energy. I’m really experienced walking dogs of all ages and personalities; at home, walking our dogs was always my job, and I worked around my neighborhood doing it for neighbor’s pets as well. I know the importance of consistency and ensuring the experience is enjoyable and comfortable for your pet, so I’ll follow whatever routine and commands they’re used to at home.