*please note: I will need to bring my dog for any stays longer than 1-2 nights* I’ve been a dog lover for as long as I can remember, and started fostering puppies in high school, quickly learning how much work goes into caring for and training a dog. Since then, I’ve fostered over 30 dogs from 5 lbs to 80 lbs and with a variety of personalities and behavioral issues. I volunteer with a dog rescue regularly, handling dogs that have lived through terrible environments before being rescued. I understand that every dog has their own quirks, and I work with them on what they need to feel comfortable and cared for. I am big on integrating training into everyday activities, and will always use positive reinforcement training techniques and reward good behavior. I’ve worked with dogs that are shut down and shy, reactive, high energy, have physical disabilities, and more. My favorite skills to work on are basic home manners to make the dog more confident and the owner’s life easier. I work on getting them to stop jumping on people, going to “place” when they need to be out of the way, the basics (sit, down, wait), and other fun tricks. I use mental enrichment games and tools like puzzle games, nose work games, frozen licky mats, and more to keep them calm and occupied throughout the day. Feel free to ask about any concerns you may have!