I communicate with each dog differently based on their personality and needs. I do this by asking the owner(s) what communication works best for them and their dog(s). My pet care routine is simple: Always have treats on hand (approved by the owner of course), wake up around 7am or 8am and take the dog(s) for their walk (a half hour or longer for healthy and fit dogs. Shorter if a dog can't go that long). And then two more walks spaced fairly equally apart through out the day with the last walk being around 10pm or 11pm. I refresh the water twice a day and food as necessary. I love dogs so if they are playful/enjoy attention they will get plenty of it! I live with my boyfriend who owned dogs for 13 years and LOVES all animals. Our work schedules are pretty opposite so someone can usually always be here with the dog(s). Our apartment is quaint but comfortable for two small dogs. He dogsits for a friend who has 2 small dogs and they love it here. It's sunny and enough room for them to play and explore. In a nutshell we love dogs and make sure they are treated like a member of our own family!