I would like to know how comfortable they are around people and other animals, and maybe a brief description of their personality so I can get to know them before I come to meet you and your pet. If they have a certain schedule or other animal friends that they meet up with, it would be great to know. The breed doesn’t entirely matter because I believe that all dogs are good dogs and I will not be deterred by certain breeds. Of course, I’d like to know if your pet has any type of complications (like seizures, blindness, deafness, etc.) so I know how to handle them and keep them safe. If they have any fears too, just in case your pet gets a little messy and I have to pull out the vacuum, or if there’s a thunderstorm going on outside and I have to utilize headphones and a comfy blanket. I like to think of myself as a quick learner if there are any medications your dog takes, I’d just like to be shown beforehand so I don’t risk making any mistakes. It would also be good to know if you feed your dog any dog-safe human foods (of course, in very small amounts) or not, and if you know of any allergies.

I would love to walk the dog around your neighborhood the first couple of times I walk them. After a couple of meetings/after the dog (or cat, if you’d like your cat walked ?) is comfortable with me, I’d love to take them to Rockland or Congers lake, or even the dog park at Congers lake if they’re comfortable with other dogs. For fun activities, it really depends on the animal since I know they all have their own unique personalities. For older/chill dogs, I can turn on some sensory videos for dogs or some music and just cuddle or sit with them. Sometimes I’ll roll a ball back and forth to the pet if they’re feeling a little more playful. A little embarrassing to say, but I’ve sang a couple of animals to sleep before if they were getting sleepy ?. For more energetic animals and if the client has a backyard, I’d love to run around with their pet and play fetch or tug of war or just explore outside. If the client doesn’t have a fenced in backyard, I can always play with their pet on a longer leash or take them for walks in some of the places I mentioned earlier. For rainy days, it’ll be a calmer type of play (and I have no problem playing in the rain or snow as long as you’re fine with me having to give your pet a good clean if they get dirty!). I can always roll the ball to not risk breaking anything or find an indoor place to run around with your pet. Again, of course all pets are different, so just contact me if you have any specific activities you’d like to incorporate or any questions!