There’s nothing better than the look on a dog’s face when they know that they’re happy and well taken care of! Getting to provide that happiness to pups is one of my biggest passions in life, so being a dog sitter really is a dream come true for me. I just want to ensure that every pup is receiving the love and happiness that they need to thrive in the world! In addition to being a long-time dog lover, I’ve also got a lot of experience taking care of dogs in a professional setting as well. I worked at a doggy day care when I was in grad school a few years ago, and it taught me so much about providing great hospitality to dogs. I learned a lot there, and I take those lessons with me to every stay and every pooch! I’ve also volunteered at an animal shelter in Washington, DC, so taking care of dogs that need a little bit extra TLC is just second nature to me. When taking on a new client, I typically like to schedule a meet-and-greet. It’s a great way to make sure that we’re all a good fit for one another, which is so important to me. Likewise, it gives us the opportunity to chat face-to-face about your pup and your care expectations. No one knows your dog better than you do, so it’s always great to chat with owners in person about what makes their pup tick! Finally, I just love meeting new dogs! I like to get down on their level to show them that I’m a welcome presence here to make friends, and I’m sure we’ll be best buddies in no time at all. My goal is to make you and your pup feel completely comfortable and well taken care of during a stay. For me, I believe that great communication is the best way to make that happen. Even before the stay starts, I like to chat and get a good idea about what makes your pup happy and what your care expectations are. That way, I can already start designing the dream stay for your pup. When they’re under my care, I’ll provide detailed daily updates on anything you need to be in the know on—from meal prep to exercises times to particular behaviors.