Any special care instructions? Does your pet need medications, and if so, how often and in what form (pill, capsule, liquid, injection, etc)? Will your pet need a grooming service while in my care, such as daily brushing, a nail trim, or a bath? Does your pet have allergies? Does your pet have any aggression, fear, anxiety, or reactivity issues? How frequently does your dog need to be let out? Please keep in mind that I work full-time Monday through Friday. If your dog cannot handle being left home from 7am to 3pm, please find another sitter. I am capable of administering medication in all forms, performing grooming/hygiene services, and monitoring STABLE & MANAGED health conditions. While I am highly skilled in animal husbandry, there are 2 types of clients that I am not comfortable caring for with any type of service: 1. Highly fractious pets. If your pet has a tendency to bite or scratch (or otherwise act aggressive) in reaction to basic handling or the presence of a stranger, I would recommend boarding at a trusted veterinary clinic where they have the equipment to handle highly fractious pets. 2. Pets in perilous health. If your pet has a health condition that is not stable, regardless of medical management, I cannot in good faith take them on as a client. Your pet's health & safety is paramount, and while I am perfectly capable of monitoring & managing STABLE health conditions, it would be best for any pets in perilous health to board at a trusted veterinary clinic where they will have the ability to immediately & effectively respond to any drastic change in health status. If you do not have a yard for your dog - OR if you want your dog to go on walks - a properly-fitted martingale collar or harness is required. I do NOT walk dogs on flat collars. Flat collars are easy for dogs to escape out of, and that is not a liability that I want to deal with. Retractable leashes (also known as "flexi leashes") are only accepted for dogs 30 pounds & under, and you MUST have a regular leash as a backup. I also do NOT walk dogs with zero training or leash manners, or dogs that are escape/flight risks due to reactivity or anxiety/fear, or dogs that are aggressive or reactive towards humans, other dogs, or other animals. If any of these behavioral situations applies to your dog(s), please seek the help of a sitter who is equipped for that. Collars, harnesses, and leashes must be in good working condition and free from damage or major wear-and-tear. I also cannot care for pets with contagious conditions or parasites - this includes (but is not limited to) fleas, ticks, mites, worms, mange, ringworm, parvovirus, feline leukemia (FeLV), panleukopenia, feline coronavirus (FCoV) or feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), toxoplasmosis, Bordetella, etc. I work hard to keep my home contagion & parasite-free, so I expect the same of my clients. CERTAIN conditions - such as feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) - which are not zoonotic & do not pose a high risk of contagion, may be acceptable. Please inquire. By booking with me, you are confirming that your pets do not currently show signs of parasites or contagious conditions, and you are obligated to let me know if your pets are exposed to and/or begin to show signs of parasites or contagion before the booked services begin.

FOR IN-HOME SITTING: Pets will be provided with toys, treats, and other enrichment as outlined in the care instructions provided by the client. For pet safety, I do not provide my own treats or toys unless clients express in writing that this is permitted. All pets will be played with or otherwise given species-appropriate interaction on a daily basis. FOR BOARDING: I have various cat furniture and toys that allow cats to express natural, healthy behaviors such as running, climbing, jumping, and scratching. Choice of toys includes catnip, silvervine, wands/teasers, tunnels, puzzles, plush, lasers, balls/ball tracks, scratchers, furry/feathery, and motion-activated interactive toys. Cats will be provided with new toys daily to prevent boredom.