My favorite thing about dogs is the companionship and love they give freely. I have always loved dogs because not only are they always ready for fun, they're always there for you when you're not feeling your best. I am always astounded by a dog's spirit, no matter what happens, they're still as happy as can be. I’m excited for every opportunity to sit because dogs always make my life a bit brighter! I do have a pup of my own that I’ve cared for for over three years, but we’re always happy to temporarily add another member to the family! I currently work from home, which allows me to have tons of flexibility with my schedule. It also makes me a great fit for pups that need a bit more attention and taking care of, or ones that just like to have some more company during the day! I always have a lot of fun spending time with pooches, and love to think of new things to do. If your pup is as curious as my own dog, I would do my best to keep his/her mind active either expending physical and mental energy. I would also take them on an extra long walk to give them lots to focus on and to expend some of that curious energy. I’m always happy to do a meet-and-greet before any stay begins. I don’t have any breed preferences and am comfortable with any and all kinds of pups! It’s always nice for me to make sure that we’re all a good match for one another, including whether my pup gets along with yours. They’re also great opportunities for me to get to know anything and everything about your dog so I can make their stay as perfect as possible! I love to go on walks out in nature. One of my favorite places to take my own dog is the Springwater Corridor Trail. It is a very long (over 21 miles) paved trail with the Springwater Creek that runs alongside it. It's wonderful for those on the East side of the Portland Metro area, running all the way from downtown Gresham to OMSI. I also love walking along the Willamette river waterfront on Saturday or Sunday mornings. It’s a great place to meet some new furry friends!