I realize it is a lot, but please read all of my information before deciding to contact me!! I have worked with quite a few dog daycare businesses, and also ran one for years. I'm a Certified Dog Trainer, and Schooled Dog Behaviorist. I've also been a top provider with Rover for many years. My concerns are not only the physical well being of all dogs, but their mental health as well! I have hosted many, many dogs in my home, and they are an important part of my life and career! I strive for dogs in my care to be (or become) confident, happy, feel at ease, and thrive. I can help you with many issues you may have with your dog outside the "Daycare/Boarding" situation. I work with up to date, modern Positive Reinforcement Training techniques, and not old fashioned, outdated, fear causing Negative Reinforcement tactics that only instill fear in a dog! Fear is the main reason dogs behave and/or become aggressive, or even vicious! Choke chains, pinch collars, and shock collars etc. will always do way more mental harm (and physical harm) than anything good, so don't believe everything you hear. Especially from someone that has not been properly schooled in the modern behavior field. Some want to sell you whatever they can to make profits! Others may have outdated information? You have to live with your dog, so why not be proactive! We can and should have a meet & greet at my home before you decide to have me care for your pet(s). Covid and other viruses can be lurking especially in the winter. If you are not feeling well, or have been around others that are sick, we should not have a meet & greet until you feel well again. I do have to be very sure that any dog that comes in for any period of time, is not going to become aggressive or attack other dogs or humans. Dogs can act very differently in a new strange place, and when you're not around with them. For a new dog that is only slightly nervous and just needs a bit of time to realize that he is going to be safe will relax after the initial entry period, that is basically normal. I just need to be sure all the dogs in my care are going to be safe and happy! I will explain the "Drop-Off" "Pick-Up" process when we talk. I will want to know all the details about your dog(s) when we talk. If this sounds good to you, please contact me here. I like to work on "In House" manners with the dogs, and all dogs have freedom to be inside and outside in my 6 foot fenced yard. Dogs are pack oriented animals by nature, so my small groups of dogs thrive and learn confidence if they need to while in my care. My last home was bigger than this new place so I am not taking as many dogs as I did there. Dogs need to be able to have the room so spread out and feel comfortable. We can talk more about your needs and concerns during the meet and greet. I prefer to be contacted here first, but I'm fine with talking by phone after if you like.