Grew up with animals for as long as I can remember. I have experience caring for animals other than dogs, such as baby chicks and goats. In elementary I had a hamster, parakeets and finches. My friends know me as an active runner who runs with my dog Ashi (Shiba) at least every other day. I used to live with three dogs but moving to another state I had to keep one and send the other two with my mom where they are in a bigger home. I can teach your dog how to sit and go down in 30min. I do not allow dogs to pull on the leash and I'm good at reading their body language if a dog feels anxious or fearful. I have an anxious dog and have experience training a dog to feel confident about their surroundings. My friends have relied on me to walk their dog, board with me for up to 3 days. I can take your dog to dog parks and walks at the river or in the quite neighborhood of King Williams. I also enjoy grooming pets! I work full time and am a dedicated runner. During the summer I can be flexible at 6:00pm to either walk, play, or fed your doggy (sunset hrs is the best for hot days). Weekends, I have more time to assist with walking/running and caring for your doggy's needs. I live in 2 BR home, there is a backyard but it is not fenced so I take my dog for long walks at the River walk and Dog Parks.