Before I care for your dog, I like to understand the full picture of who they are — not just their routine, but their personality, preferences, quirks, and emotional world. The more I know, the better I can support them. Here’s what helps me give your pup the best, safest, most personalized care: 🐾 1. Behavior + Quirks (The real stuff) • Reactivity (dogs, people, bikes, scooters, delivery drivers) • Triggers or fears (skateboards, loud noises, being approached too fast) • Whether they’re shy, bold, anxious, opinionated, or somewhere in between • How they greet strangers • What calms them down vs. what winds them up These things help me read their body language and set them up for success. 🍖 2. Food, Treats, and Tummy Rules • Allergies • Feeding schedule • Treat preferences • Any sensitive stomach issues • What’s a “hard no” (Important for adventures, enrichment time, and puzzle toys.) 🐕‍🦺 3. Training Cues + House Rules • Words or commands you’re reinforcing • Your boundaries (on furniture? off furniture? crate time?) • Whether they pull, need structure, or walk better with specific equipment • How you correct or redirect behavior Consistency = comfort. 🧠 4. Anxiety, Past Experiences, and Comfort Items • Separation anxiety • Resource guarding • Noise sensitivity • History with rescues or past trauma • Their comfort object, blanket, routine, or “safety signals” (As a dog mom to my 11-year-old rescue Walter, I know how much these details matter.) 🩺 5. Medical + Physical Needs • Medications • Mobility issues • Limits on exercise or stairs • Any “red flags” I should watch for I want to keep them safe and supported. 🎾 6. Activity Level + Play Style • Big adventure dog or gentle stroller? • Fetch fanatic or sniff-walk philosopher? • Zoomies in open fields or cozy couch potato? • Social butterfly or selective with dog friends? This helps me curate the right mix of fun + regulation. 🏡 7. Home Routines + Logistics (if I’m sitting) • Your typical daily schedule • Crate habits • Door / gate rules • Camera, alarm, or key preferences • Anything that keeps your home running smoothly I treat your home with the same respect I’d want for mine. ❤️ 8. Anything That Makes Them Feel Safe, Loved, or “Seen” Every dog has unspoken preferences — the soft spot behind the ear, the bedtime ritual, the weird snack they adore, the nervous tick they get before a zoomie explosion. Tell me all of it. Those little things make a big difference. 🐾✨ The more I know, the better I can make your dog feel seen, safe, and genuinely happy.

Here’s what your pup can look forward to: 🌿 1. Sniff-Safaris + Scenic Walks I don’t rush dogs — I let them sniff and explore, because that’s their version of checking email and reading the news. • Neighborhood nature walks • Grass-sniff sessions in the giant meadow • Tennis court laps for ball-chasers • Mindful strolls for seniors in Cabrini Villas, a safe and secure townhome community 🎾 2. Play Sessions That Match Their Energy Whether your dog is a pro athlete or a couch potato, they get fun tailored to them: • Fully committed tennis ball games • Fetch, chase, tug-of-war • Gentle play for seniors • Zoomie encouragement in safe, open spaces I have many toys, tennis balls, chews, and treat puzzles — enough to run a small preschool. 🧠 3. Brain Enrichment (a tired brain = a happy dog) I keep their mind engaged with: • Treat puzzles • licky mats • “Find the snack” treasure hunts Busy bones kong toys Great for anxious or reactive pups who need calm stimulation. 🛋️ 4. Cozy Netflix & Snuggle Time If your dog’s love language is cuddling, great — mine is too. They’re welcome on the couch, the poof beds (I have too many), under a blanket, or curled up next to me while I work remotely. We watch TV, decompress, and bond 😌 6. Socialized Calm Time For sensitive or anxious pups, we do: • Soft grounding walks • soothing music • Gentle routines • Quiet sunbathing • lots of walks Your dog’s nervous system is in good hands. 👩‍🍳 7. Healthy Treat Time (with your approval) Frozen Kongs, lick mats, treat puzzles, or just a simple crunchy snack — all depending on your preferences. I even make chicken broth popsicles ! 📝 8. Personality-Tailored Fun Every dog gets their own “playlist” of joy. For example: • The Velcro dogs get lots of affection and constant companionship • The independent thinkers get space, autonomy, and enrichment • The goofy extroverts get adventure and play • The seniors get slow, cozy routines and soft beds • The anxious pups get safety, structure, and predictable rhythms ⭐ Why Dogs Love Me • I match their energy without feeding their stress • I give them structure + fun, not chaos • I let them be fully themselves • I make their day both exciting and comforting • I treat them like my own 🐾 ✨ Your dog will have fun, feel safe, and come home happy — every single time.