I don’t have any breed preferences, but I do like to know how a dog will react to other unknown dogs or people on walks or going other places; I want to always keep the dog’s safety in mind, along with my safety, an unknown dog’s, and an unknown owner’s. I like to know the level of training a dog has had so I can keep their daily patterns consistent to avoid accidentally helping them develop new or worsening bad habits. I also like to know certain anxieties a dog may have, so I can help alleviate or avoid fearful situations and promote a stress-free atmosphere for myself and the dog.

I really enjoy cardio and working out, so I can take a dog on as many walks as they need or want! When walking a dog, I usually walk them as far as they can go before showing signs of tiredness, keeping in mind the dog’s age, health, breed, and size. I like to take my parents’ dog to the local dog park, but understand the safety concerns around meeting new and unknown dogs, always keeping an eye on her behavior and the other dogs that interact with her. I can play fetch with a dog as long as they want, and will entertain a friendly game of tug-o-war as long as it doesn’t become too aggressive; my parents’ dog personally loves to sunbathe, so I can spend as much time outside with a dog as they want or need (weather permitting of course).