Responsibilities

We take our dog Leo for a 45 minute walk first thing in the morning between 7-8 a.m. He plays fetch off leash in the fields just 5 min walk away. He could be put on a "long line" if sitter feels more comfortable. Walked to and from the fields on short leash. Back home he is fed and then rests for several hours. He is put out in the backyard mid day for a potty/pee break. He has a walk in the afternoon that lasts from 1 to 2 hours depending on the weather. Rainy days the afternoon walk may be shorter. He enjoys a frozen food stuffed kong some afternoons. We require that he is walked 2x a day for at least 45 minutes each time. His dinner time is between 5:30 and 6:30. Leo can be left at home unattended for 4-6 hours and if needed our friend next door can look in on him. Leo does not need meds. A few house plants and outdoor flowers will need to be watered 1-2x a week. Outdoor plants depending on weather. Garbage needs to be put out on Tuesday morning. We would like the sitter to speak english so there is no communication issues. Being able to speak German or French would be a bonus. We are very friendly with all of our neighbours who also know Leo well. Our dog is very well trained and knows many tricks and "commands". Recall is excellent. He has been trained by Lea-Anne who follows professional trainers who believe in Positive reinforcement and teaching through games ie Susan Garrett. We would expect that the sitters keep our home clean and tidy and in a similar condition as when we left it for them.