No, I'm not Doug but my name is Kayla! I'm 24 years old, and I have a profound love for animals, dogs in particular, (i have a lot of experience with cats and horses as well). Whereas the average girl my age has hundreds of selfies on their mobile, I have one....for my Rover profile, and the rest are photos & videos of my doggers. If you don't believe me, please check out my dog's Instagram. (@Labradoggerz) The biggest struggle as a doggo parent is finding someone you can trust to take great care of your baby, the same way you would. It's the part of vacation planning that makes a vacation feel, well, less like a vacation. That's why I would love to do a 'meet and greet' with you, however long you want, so you can see what kind of person you are entrusting your dogs with. Your dog(s) will be treated by me as if they were my own. So not only will they be loved a great deal, but they will learn to follow me as their pack leader while I am in your home. Your dogs will feel comfort and safety in me because of this, and it also will keep them safe in return. And this has actually resolved severe separation anxiety in all the dogs I have cared for. They know when I am there, their job is just to be cute, and that I am the protector. <3 Background: My first dog was a Labrador Retriever, I received Abbey at the age of 4. When I was older I made it my responsibility to care for all her needs. Bathing, brushing and walking, playing with. When she got older, I administered her medications and eye drops. Then when Kidney Failure struck, I was awake every 4 hours administering her fluids given to us by the vet. (Parents and sister were too scared of needles.) After she died in 2012 my family added 2 new Labrador Retriever's Maximus and Maya. They are incredible with children of all sizes, and dogs of all sizes. I walk and jog with them every day, play with them outside, bathe them, brush, clip and grind their nails. Concerns you may have: Do you have a bull, horse, cow, or bear that somehow inhabits the body of your dog? If so, you can be extremely confident with your large baby walking with me, even in the case they see a squirrel or that hot bae Husky across the street, you can be assured I have the skills and experience to defuse the situation before it gets crazy. I walk my own 2 (92lbs. + 99lbs.) Labradors at the same time with confidence. Dog Walking: I can tailor your pups walk according to his/her needs. Do you have a Pitbull, Terrier, Grey Hound, or another dog breed who has lots of untamed energy? Or maybe you want your dog to kick a few pounds off? I can jog on and off with your dog, and/or sprint to get that energy out so he stops taking it out on your couch and decor pillows. I carry a doggy water bottle with me for hydration and also a canister of pepper spray to keep your fur-baby safe from other dogs in the neighborhood that might not be so friendly. Drop-In: Your dog will get the optimal care he needs, and lots of play time to ensure they don't get that sad look on their face from boredom. Have cats? I have experience with felines as well. Dog-Sitting: Whether you're gone for a night or a whole week, you can feel safe leaving your pooch with me in your home, they will not feel sad their momma/daddy are gone, for they will be too busy playing like crazy and chilling with me. I love to give dogs activities while we're not playing, as well, like apple chunks in a Kong Ball. You also can be assured I will keep your home clean. During pet-sitting and after I like to vacuum the home and do a little cleaning so that you and your family can come home to relax and not clean. Who wants to see tumbleweeds of dog hair flying around?