I'm a recent graduate of beautiful SUNY New Paltz and I'm trying to find some wonderful animals to care for, as I am not allowed to have a dog in my current living space. Dogs are the best. With the unconditional love they provide, the emotional depth they possess, and the simplistic enjoyment of life they exhibit, my goal with dogs has always been to make them happy. I understand that different dogs enjoy a different balance of structure and play time. All my life I have enjoyed training dogs, beginning with my own when I was just 8 years old. She was a standard poodle, sharp as a knife, with an unearthly amount of energy. Daily walks and hikes (we lived near wilderness) were not only enjoyed, but needed. I ensure a pleasant experience for your dog, and understand that not every dog immediately trusts every person (and why would they?). However, I will do my best to make your pup feel comfortable in your absence.