All dog clients must have proof that they have graduated from puppy school, basic obedience training & are comfortable with meeting pet sitters once before a stay starts, including small dogs. Growing up with dogs & cats, studying animal behavior in college and working as a groomer before my kids were born gave me a lot of experience with dogs & cats of all sizes. My dogs are getting old, so I now have the time to help out other people with their beloved pets. RIP Dizzy & Flash. I am a cat person because I understand how each cat is just a furry person who can't speak my language. So, I respect thier boundaries & make sure thier food & water are available. I make sure the litter box is cleaned daily & there isn't litter all over the floor. And, I give them the space to come to me for affection. Some cats just don't want that & that is ok. Some cats never visit me & that is ok. As long as they do normal cat things when I am gone. Other cats can't get enough affection & we sometimes take a short cuddle nap on a recliner... Or, we play with things... I am a dog person because dogs always want to meet me, play with me, get petted by me. Dogs love me because I always make them feel like they are important. I speak directly to them & always let them get in a good sniff before petting them. They relax under my care & I give a really soothing belly rub. I understand everything about them & love to pet them, talk to them, take them some place new to explore. They know that I have been around dogs my entire life & that makes them very happy to see me, even for the first time. Owners appreciate my ability to bring home a happy clean dog. I respect your space & always put the dogs items back where they belong. I am in good shape, practice yoga regularly, so I am strong & healthy enough to give any dog a good workout. I can also carry small dogs who need fresh air but don't have the stamina for a long walk.