Tales from a Dog Walker
I have always been fond of dogs, at least as soon as I grew big enough not to be terrified of them. They are fluffy, they are loyal, they are affectionate, they are adorable, what is not to love about dogs? I have had a family dog for most of my life, my neighborhood is packed with dogs and where there are dogs there is a need for dog related services. There is a dog bakery not far from my house, there are doggy daycare services, dog trainers, dog breeders, dog shelters, and of course dog walkers. So when I was looking for a part-time job to bring in some money dog walking was an appealing option. For the last year and change I have been walking some three to six dogs a day, five days a week and have some stories to share on the subject. The first thing that is really hammered home when working with dogs is that they are all individuals. Yes some traits definitely correlate for size or breed but ultimately the behavior of each dog is down to the characteristics of that individua...