I am an actor/writer in NYC, but grew up in Vermont with a Bassett Hound, a Chihuahua mix, a Collie, two Golden Retrievers, a Spaniel, an Airedale, chickens and three llamas (not necessarily at the same time). To people and pups: If you have special instructions for how to handle your dog, I will listen. If you have special instructions for how to handle your dog's curbside craps, I will obey. And if you tell me it'll be hard to love your dog, I will fervently disagree. I work nights as a bartender for Broadway theaters, which makes my schedule a little odd. Mornings are always open, afternoons only booked on Wed, Sat, and Sun. But truly: I love any excuse to get outside, let alone with a pup. One final thing: my deceased Chihuahua, Lil’ Bub, and I took a long time to develop a relationship. I finally discovered not making eye contact but being physically present ensured his comfortability, and allowed him to approach me (butt first). I will respect your pup’s social parameters. I mean would you want someone grabbing your face on first meeting them?!