I grew up with dogs in the DC area and joined Rover when I moved to Austin in 2012. After living in the dog-friendly city for six years, I moved to LA in 2018, where I enjoy exploring hiking trails, dog parks, and beaches with my 7-year-old lab mix Moxie. I’ve taken care of dogs of all sorts of breeds, sizes, and ages, so I’m used to different behaviors and temperaments. Moxie gets along great with dogs. She’s good at reading social cues, so whether your dog is energetic and playful or they prefer to chill and nap, she will, too. It’s important to note that for housesitting bookings, I do bring Moxie along with me. I know this may not be ideal for you, so wanted to give a heads up ahead of time. In addition, for housesitting, it’s ideal if: • You have a yard, as that’s what Moxie is used to and helps to make things run a bit smoother. Otherwise, I'd suggest seeing if boarding your dog at my place may be a better fit, as I have a fenced-in yard. • You don’t have anyone else living at the house, such as family members or roommates. It makes for a more comfortable environment. • You let me know ahead of time of any security or dog cameras. I completely understand the need for them, but it’s a common courtesy to give a heads up in terms of privacy. • Your home is tidy and how you’d leave it for a guest, including clean bathroom, floors, sheets, and towels. In terms of behavior, when boarding at my house, I ask that your dog: • Be OK with being at home alone for a reasonable amount of time (4-8 hours) without chewing or scratching things (shoes, books, walls, doors), whether that includes bringing along their crate or not. If your dog does end up damaging anything in my home, I kindly request compensation. • Is fully potty trained. • Does not bark excessively, especially when left at home. • Does not have separation anxiety. • Is good on leash and doesn’t pull, as well as doesn’t bolt out the door. • Is responsive to their name and generally obedient with basic commands. • Gets along with dogs and humans. For pick-ups and drop-offs for boarding bookings that are more than 2 miles away from my home, there is an extra charge of $5 per mile.