I require a brief meet and greet before taking care of your pet. That way, we can make sure your dog recognizes me and is comfortable when I come to walk or house sit. This is non-negotiable, so please keep this in mind when booking me. Both myself and your pet will be a lot more comfortable if we get to know each other before officially booking! What you can expect from a meet and greet: I'll visit your home to see your pet(s) in their element. You can show me where their toys, food, leashes, and other materials are kept. We'll get to know each other, and if you, I, and your pet feel comfortable, I will book the sitting after the meet and greet. I like to know the age of the dog and what experience they've had with training-- especially if they are young, I like to know if they are prone to jumping or biting. It's good to know how they are on the leash-- whether they will pull or try to run after a critter, or whether they are aggressive toward other dogs we might meet on the walk. It's also fun to learn what commands and tricks your dog knows so that we can practice while you're away! I love all breeds and tolerate a lot from dogs, but want to be prepared for any special behavioral needs I need to be aware of!

I love taking dogs on walks and jogging with more active dogs. Dogs that are playful can expect a lot of fetch and toy time, and dogs that are more lowkey will enjoy my calm presence while we take it easy.