Does your dog/ cat have any special needs? Allergies?Are they particularly anxious? Phobias? Triggers? Do you have a specific training protocol you’d like me to follow? For example, the dog stops and sits when the walker stops? I’ve done these before and am happy to continue with your pet. Meet and greets are always a good idea to go over these things in person. I do have experience with anxious animals. I am compassionate, patient, move around slowly/ quietly, and will check in with them often if they initially feel the need to hide. Cats aren’t the only animals that can be skittish! <3 Dogs: Is he/ she a loner or do they like to play with other dogs? Leash aggressive? I’m strong and can handle them safely but choose not to walk large leash aggressive dogs; I find it too stressful. Having owned one myself, I know other dog walkers don’t always understand that their dog may be friendly but it is triggering to an anxious pup! I will find other ways to exercise your dog. Cats: I do have experience caring for senior and/or sick cats. One of my senior cats required IV fluids weekly which my vet trained me to administer. If you have a little dog that needs fluids and you show me, I’m sure it’s not very different and I’m comfortable with needles.

For dogs that like to be around other dogs, I can arrange play dates with dogs I’m familiar with and trust. I tend to avoid dog parks unless specifically requested by owner. We can find a field to play ball in or go to beach for a run.