I know how stressful leaving a dog in the hands of a stranger can be, so I make it a point to communicate desires and expectations clearly! I've had dogs since I was very young, and currently have a 4 year old rhodesian-mutt. He is what many would consider to be a 'difficult' dog, but with patience and commitment, I've made great progress with him. I have experience with reactive dogs, dogs with a variety of anxieties, as well as dogs who may or may not get along with other dogs. I volunteered for two year years as a large animal handler in an animal shelter. I learned a lot about dealing with unpredictable dogs, and I certainly became more patient with them as a result. My own dog has epilepsy, so I have experience administering medication and identifying certain medical emergencies.