Hello! First off I have a few things I would like to mention so we both can make sure you and your animals receive the best care possible! ~~Have your profile AND your animals profile complete and updated~~ Please make sure to update and keep current all information about your animal. A picture of your animal at 3 months old vs 11 months old will be extremely different. Please have their vaccination status, and any information about your animal up to date so I can make a informed decision about their care. BOARDING? ~~What should you pack in your animals backpack?~~ If it is a animal that requires walking, I ask for a harness and leash in workable condition. Do I have to bring their crate? Yes, please always bring their crate. This gives them a safe space. My home is VERY calm with no loud noises or sudden movements however, dogs sometimes need a break from being in a new place. Food-Please bring enough food for their entire stay. Medicine-If there is any medicine needing to be administered just be upfront about it and make sure I have enough for their stay. If your animal has a tough time taking medicine, again, be upfront with me. I will never deny a animal for needing medicine, however for your animals safety I need to know upfront. Extras-No, I don't need blankets, beds, bowls, or toys. IF they are comforting to your animal please speak to me first. But they are not necessary. What to expect when for drop-in visits and walks? Me arriving ON TIME -Please make sure to provide a harness in good, working condition. During our meet and greet I will go over where everything is with you. -When I arrive I start the card, I will FIRST take care of your animal, walking, potty breaks or if it's a cat tons of pst pst psts. I will always feed your animals next by cleaning the bowl and feeding/watering. I check the house (with permission) to see if any accidents have occurred (I ALWAYS will clean up the mess with approved tools), or clean the liter box. Then play time! You will receive pictures, videos and a full update. You won't come back to a house in disaster. Me and my husband work from home full-time. We are fortunate enough to be able to step out when needed. That being said walks normally start around 7am. I will be sending pictures once a day normally at the end of the day. We will write down each and every time they eat, you will know that they have used the bathroom and their mood for the day. We have no problem snuggling with the fur-baby Our home has one cat. We ONLY board one family at a time for boarding. We have NO children and both are older and professional. Our home is quiet, in a quiet neighborhood and great for families who want individualized care for their animal. Have you ever been in a work party? Disney? the mall? So many people can get over stimulating. We know animals feel this way too. By providing the care we do, we guarantee a safe, environment free of stress.