Daily routine so I can keep this as similar as possible to when you are home; how they get along with other dogs or if there is some fear/frustration if you'd like me to work on it or just utilize management; if they have any anxieties or fears (thunderstorms, car trips, separation distress/anxiety, etc), and a basic (or lengthy!) overview of their personality. I understand every dog is unique and I am more than happy to review and follow a 20 page essay on them if you have it written up because I know this means you love them as they deserve. :)

This will be up to your individual dog, their routine, and whatever else their body language tells me they need! I have created courses on fun with agility, urban agility, and nose work and always love practicing with new dogs if they are ready. For longer boardings, hikes will be on the agenda - as long as your dog wants to, of course. My only preference: walking dogs in harnesses. We can discuss if this has "caused more pulling" and the reasons why - but we've learned a lot more about how sensitive a dog's neck and spine are and I am not comfortable with potential injuries, even over the long term. There are exceptions to this preference though, happy to chat! Due to basic physics, operant conditioning, and simple kindness, I refuse to use prong collars/e-collars. I have plenty of extra harnesses, leashes, and long-lines though! I am also available for boarding in your home after at least a walk has been booked and have spent time with your pup - just as long as my own dog, Zuzu, can come! Zuzu is a 3.5 year old lab mix, former stray mother found with her 5 puppies, and a total sweetheart. While she was a nut-case on leash upon adoption, she is now a dream and proves constantly that she was meant to be a trainer's assistant. She is great with all dogs - already helping dozens of other dogs build confidence through walks together, helping teach adolescents what proper play looks like, and will gently let 8 week old puppies take her things away.