Dogs are the most unconditionally loving creatures in the world! I love everything about dogs. They are so special, amiable, and unselfish. Truly, one of the greatest gifts in life is to spend time with dogs. They are our best friends, and life without them would be eternally unfulfilled. I love babysitting dogs! My friends frequently ask me to look after their pups when they’re away, because they know that I’m reliable, genuine, and incredibly loving. Whenever I come across a dog, my first instinct is to make sure that they’re happy, well-fed, and cared for. Reuniting lost dogs with their owners is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. I often play with dogs in dog stores--I love being able to visit and give them love, attention, and time away from the crate. We’ll spend time at parks and at the beach, getting lots of playtime and exercise and enjoying sun, sand and socializing--whether we’re people-watching or, in the case of an outgoing pup, making strangers into friends. Indoors or out, your dog will always have my total focus. Whatever your usual routine, we’ll follow it precisely to minimize any and all disruptions from daily life. If your pup has a favorite haunt, we’ll go there too! When we first meet, I let the dog come to me. I follow their energy and cater to that. Letting them make the first move allows me to be open to their greeting through my body language, tone, and affect. Even though I set clear boundaries and guidelines, I think it’s important to let the dog take the lead, especially early on as I’m getting to know their preferences and personality. I love to do yoga, go to the beach, hang out with friends, and go out to eat. Bringing dogs along makes every experience even better! I’ll stick to dog-friendly spots so that we can be together everywhere. I’m open to all breeds, shapes, and sizes! Just being around dogs makes me happy. I'm excited to spend time with dogs and help you out while I’m at it. I’m an animal lover and have had pet rats in the past, and also cared for cats and fish, so if you have other pets in need of care, let me know.