patience & fun with the young, xtra love for older or the handicapped, i will do any care pets need, if im booked for you u get every ounce of work for your dollar. As much as it is the best job in the world, it sure is work! Haha. usually work around the pet owners schedule therefore i leave my schedule open due to that ive been successful with emergency situations when owners need. And in your home I may find it hard to leave without giving extra affection. And am very patient with little fellas who may not feel comfortable with a new scent in their home while mom & dad are away. in my home there is a fixed male cat who is also very welcoming. He has a magical mojo that can make a cat hating dog fall in love. Haha. Big thing though is your pet is in a home where it isn't only his/her scent & that can be scary. most of the work in the beginning goes into helping them feel like it is equally their home.