I love being able to take my dogs on the local trails and bike paths to walk so that they can meet new people and explore! They also love going to the dog park, hiking, and swimming in the nearby Little Miami River. I would say I'm very patient and understanding with dogs and don't mind them being energetic, or a complete couch potato. My availability will be around my class schedule at the University of Cincinnati and work schedule, but otherwise I am very flexible! I've owned small dogs since I was 2 years old and have previously helped train and socialize service dogs (golden retrievers, labs, golden doodles, etc). Now, I rescue and rehabilitate neglected and abused dogs, cats, rabbits, and more! When your dog is over, I like to abide by the rules you've established for your dog and will continually enforce them (no dogs on the couches, no people food, no barking, etc). Special skills include cuddling during thunderstorms, picking up poop, consistent belly rubs and kisses, and long walks on the beach (or at least pretending we're there).