Pet Sitter in Albany, New York

To the busy dog parents of the capital region: The service I am offering is to take your dog out for a walk or RUN around the capital region's parks and scenic areas! Dogs are social and energetic beings, and deserve to be matched with a walker or runner that can keep up with them. When days to get busy, its easier to let the dog out in the yard for a bit to stretch their legs. However, our canine friends aren't always getting the exercise they need to be challenged to their physical potential. Please take the time to get in touch so we discuss and assess your dog's abilities and I can adjust their outing to suit their needs. Rates: $15 per outing (1 hr), and $5 per additional dog $10 additional hours throughout the day example: 2 outings in a day for 1 dog = $25 About the Dog Runner: My name is Camila, I am an outdoors enthusiast and sustainability advocate. I have worked in an animal rescue shelter on and off for a few years, learning how to properly handle up180 animals from bearded dragons, prairie dogs, hedgehogs, dogs, ferrets, and even a variety of birds of prey (http://....org/). I have also been a sitter/walker for a variety of families in downstate NY and upstate NY, and have over 6 years of experience. The ASPCA describes lack of Exercise & Play to be related to the most common behavior problems seen in dogs: - Destructive chewing, digging or scratching - Investigative behaviors, like garbage raiding - Hyperactivity, excitability and night-time activity - Unruliness, knocking over furniture and jumping up on people - Excessive predatory and social play - Play biting and rough play - Attention-getting behaviors like barking and whining The ASPCA describes Benefits of Exercise and Play to help dogs: - reduce or eliminate the common behavior problems listed above, such as hyperactivity - Helps to keep dogs healthy, agile and limber - Helps to reduce digestive problems and constipation - Helps timid or fearful dogs build confidence and trust - Helps dogs feel sleepy, rather than restless, at bedtime or when you're relaxing - Helps to keep dogs' weight under control For further reading, feel free to check out the ASPCA website: https://....org