I've had pets all my life, and I'm currently a vet student. I am a retired track athlete, so dog walking, especially longer distances if necessary, is not an issue. I also love exercise and interacting with the animals. For dogs, their favorite toy is whatever you are on the other side of! I think its important for them to have an interactive play partner. I am always cautious around other animals, especially so if I am not familiar with the animal's behaviors. I have dog sat before, and walk my dog almost every day, whether it be in the neighborhood or the trails in the mountains. I feel I am more recently educated than other walkers because I am currently studying animal behavior and relationships. I also have experience working with domestic pets in clinics, wild animals in rehabilitation centers, and abandoned pets in shelters. I love my pets! I have a pig, ducks, chickens, and of course, dogs!