I worked in a veterinary practice for over 9 years, and was well trained in behavior and wellness, as well as medication administration including injection. I’ve been boarding and walking dogs for more than 12 years. Reliability is what my regular clients appreciate the most. Love and attention are what my regular pets appreciate the most. Your pet’s safety and comfort are the most important thing to me when they are in my care. We have a large fenced area, trails, and lots of hills and rocks. Unless inside the fenced yard, they will never be off the leash and I will never be on my phone. I make a point of giving your dog several potty and play breaks through the day and night. There’s a before breakfast and after breakfast, lunchtime, before and after dinner, and a middle-of-the-night for a MINIMUM of 6 breaks through the day and night. I work on a flexible schedule, and I am very organized. If we book a visit or a stay, it WILL happen and your pet will get my full attention. You can count on me! Taking care of dogs and cats is what I do, so I have the flexibility to make sure your pet gets plenty of attention. Weekends, evenings, or by another arrangement...we can make it work for you. Pickup after 4 pm will require a charge for a half-day and after 7 pm usually won't work; if we do, I may charge an extra night's stay...which is only fair. I'm working to give your dog the best day possible (and my family and I are early birds!). Because it takes time for your dog to settle in, and because it takes time to get to know the unique personality and needs of your dog, I will not take NEW guests for only one night on their FIRST visit; it's not a hard-and-fast rule, but it usually works out better for everyone. We have a large fenced play area, but I will only take your dog in there with your permission. Otherwise, it’s leashed walks around our neighborhood, which is full of boulders, bushes, grassy patches, and lots to smell.