Scott

My parents raised Kerry Blue Terriers when I was young then we had a doberman through my teenage years. As an adult I had a Norwegian Elkhound for 16 years and two rescue lab mix puppies. My last dog died three years ago and since then I've frequently been house and dog sitting so that I could get my dog "fix."
I also helped my middle school-aged daughter raise a guide dog for the blind puppy. That dog subsequently went on to guide in Toronto Canada.
Also as a kid and adult I had a number of cats. I enjoy playful and cuddly felines.
I have been a full-time pet and house sitter for most of the past three years. Virtually all of my home owners have asked me for follow up sittings and many I now consider friends.
I am very active and athletic and am most comfortable with energetic dogs that like to go on long hikes, cross country ski outings, or shorter mountain bike rides.
I expect and reenforce basic discipline for any dog that is on or off leash. Most of all I give praise and affection liberally.
I have no problem giving dogs pills, clipping nails, brushing, or training.
I have owned several homes and know how to fix most anything that commonly might need attention in your house. At the end of the sitting, I will leave your house cleaner than when you left.