Hi, My name is Julie. I have been hosting for a little over 10 years. Currently, I watch one client at a time. I do not have any pets of my own. I also do not have kids. I am home majority of the time but I do clean houses on the side almost every day. It’s usually 4 to 5 hours. If your pet requires 24/7 care, please let me know so we can discuss payment options & go over your expectations. There will be an additional fee since I will not pick up any cleans during the stay. We can discuss & work something out that is fair. Common questions: Do you have other guests dogs at the same time? No, I work my schedule around what I already have booked. How big is your fenced yard? It’s medium sized. Gated/secured. & always stand outside with them for safety. Do you offer walks? Only if I feel very comfortable with your pet for safety precautions. Cat fee: I am allergic to cats so I charge a little more than I would for a dog. I have many regular clients with cats. House sitting: I usually require a meet n greet if you’re a new client. Preference to not stay in secluded areas in the country for safety. I will follow the schedule you provide. I bring my own belongings, food, or doordash. I don’t use anything without permission or asking first. Safety is very important to me so I will always make sure your house is secure. If you require that I be in your home full time please let me know so we can discuss payment details. Boarding: Pet will have free range of the home. I usually let them be in living room when I leave somewhere until I return. If they have high anxiety, I will sometimes take them with me for a drive if owner is okay with that. Separation anxiety is very common in dogs when they get boarded. Some respond better than others while some require more time/patience to adjust. They usually come around after a few hours. Sometimes it could take a couple days. Refusing to eat when being boarded is also very common but will keep you informed. Senior pet care: Most of my clients have pets that are seniors. I understand they can sometimes be grumpy. I am use to medicines, supplements, & any other medical issue that they need such an insulin shots or heart issues. Puppy/Kittens: I rarely accept puppies or kittens. A meet n greet would be required & my rate is higher since they require a lot more time and energy. How long will my pet be left alone? I am usually gone no more than 4 hours at time. Sometimes 5 depending on the day. Do you crate animals? No, unless they come with one or is use to sleeping in one at night. Do you have any other jobs? Yes, I do house cleaning on the side. I use to do this full time where I stayed booked all month long. Due to the economy, clients don’t travel as much as they did a few years ago. I had to have another source of income.