Hello fellow dog parents, My name is Merric and caring for animals is my life's passion. I have a wealth of personal and professional experience and education in caring for dogs and I am happy to open my home to care for your loved one. I spent 5 years working as a Canine Attendant at a cage-free dog daycare/boarding kennel. There, I took care of 10 to 25 dogs at a time and communicated with their parents daily. I'm very much of the mindset that "dogs will be dogs," and I foster a fun and playful environment. In addition to my practical experience at a dog daycare, I have also completed a two-year Animal Care Worker program, with a focus on Shelter Operations. It is a certificate course issued by Georgian College in Barrie, ON., that has taught me a great deal about the behaviour, health, and well-being of dogs. I understand the stress and worry that pet parents have when leaving their pets with a sitter, so I'm happy to keep you updated (via text/picture message, email, call or even FaceTime) so you can see how your little one is doing. During normal circumstance I would welcome you to meet with me and my husband, and tour our home, but because of Covid-19 we're not allowing people inside. (Masks required when meeting outside in driveway) Please feel free to ask me any questions about me, my home, or my experience - I'd be happy to provide you with references and proof of my education.