I'm an early riser (between 4 and 5:30) and I work from home or anywhere I take my laptop. My schedule is very flexible for pet sitting. Following an introduction, I like to learn about pets' needs, limitations, likes and dislikes. As a daily walker and trail hiker, I'm happy to have four-legged company while exercising. Having once had a bad kennel experience--my lovable mutt caught a nasty bit of illness that required hospitalization--I'm sold on the idea of in-home care where I can keep your pets in their own familiar, stress-free environment while you're gone. I'm an attentive monitor and playmate. Pets need a friendly voice, ample human interaction, and large doses of petting. I'm all about that. YOUR comfort level is especially important to me too. It can feel risky to invite someone into your home while you are away. I respect that. Meet me. I think you'll sense I'm trustworthy and concerned for your pet and your home's wellbeing. I have just one absolute qualification for the houses where I do in-home stays: must be a non-smoking household.