When taking care of someone else’s dogs I like to know a few things to make both parties feel as comfortable and confident as possible, (I.e. Are they on any medications or have any health issues I need to be aware of, what their normal schedule looks like, any training the owner is working on the dog with and what their cues and words are, how that dog gets along with other animals or people, and any triggers they may have due to past experiences) It is my goal to stick as close to what the dog may be used to, so as to ease any stress they might experience being away from their owners. I work to provide a fun and distracting environment for them to get some energy out, have a fun time, and maybe learn a little something while they wait for their people to return.

I think the best thing we can do for our dogs is offer them a variety of enrichment both mentally and physically, so I like to have multiple play times out in my yard, and weather permitting take dogs out to go on hikes at Potato Creek or to Madeline Bertrand park that is right down the street from me. I also like to include short training sessions on basic commands to keep them engaged and offer structure within the fun time.