Behaviors: I think it’s important for any sitter to be aware of any aggressive or anxious behaviors (i.e., separation anxiety, dog reactivity, fear reactivity, human reactivity, possessiveness, etc). I have experience with reactive and anxious dogs, and feel comfortable caring for dogs who are similar to this! Due to this, I will ask the following as it applies to your situation: - Where can (the dog) sleep at night? Crate, separate room, in their own bed? - Does your dog display or have ever displayed anxious behaviors (humping, excessive drooling, barking, digging, destroying, etc)? If so, what are the triggers for the anxiety (i.e., separation, toys) and what has helped the dog in the past to stop displaying these behaviors? - Does your dog display, or have ever displayed, any aggressive behaviors (biting, lunging, growling, etc)? If so, what triggers cause the behavior(s) (toys, food, attention, big dogs, little dogs, men, etc), and what has helped the dog in the past stop displaying these behaviors? - Does your dog have any specific fears or things they are reactive to? If so, what are they? - Does your dog have any history of neglect, fights (been attacked by humans/animals), or abuse? This helps me understand how to better accommodate your dog! - Has your dog had any experience with a dog of the opposite size? Some dogs may not get along with animals that are much larger or smaller than them. - Is your dog used to you being gone all day (vacation or work), or have they ever been away from you before? Most dogs are anxious when they are separated from their owners, so knowing how familiar they are with being away from you is very helpful for me to know what to expect! - What form of reinforcement does your dog best respond to? These can be food, toys, praise, beeps, and more! Communication: I think communicating changes in plans in advance is very important when possible, but am very understanding of last minute changes. Vaccinations: I require a picture of your pet's vaccinations after the booking is confirmed, so I can ensure all dogs are adequately protected while under my care. Spayed/Neutered dogs: I currently do not accept unspayed/unneutered dogs, but exceptions will be made for dogs under 1.5 years old. Thanks for your understanding!

I think mental stimulation is very important, so I have lots of dog puzzles and activities to stimulate them! I love to cuddle, train, and play with dogs too, with many types of toys to keep their environment interesting and exciting!