5.0

Dogs are the best! I’ve raised a lab, a pit bull and even a mix from puppies. My childhood dogs were a lab and cockapoo so I’m used to large and medium dogs. It’s a joy to care for dogs in their home where they feel familiar and loved. Funny fact … I’ve been peed on twice at a dog park, once by a Great Dane! 🤣 I used gentle training methods (and lots of cheerios) with my puppies. With our previous dog, we took the PetSmart training course with our lab mix and that was really helpful. I teach at the high school so early mornings, after school and evenings are open times. Dogs need play time and connection as well as their own little space. Whatever they’re feeding schedule is, I would stick to that so it feels as close to their home life as it can. I never feed human food (unless directed by you) and discourage begging from the table by keeping their food near the kitchen. Whatever your dog’s schedule is, I can accommodate it and they’ll be in the cuddle pile with me anytime they want. My dogs were always crate trained so I’m confident in helping a dog have their safe space if that’s their normal. Basically, think of this as granny’s coming to visit. I might spoil them. I won’t leave them all sugared up though!