1. What is your name?
Jolanda Gerbecks
2. How old are you?
1964 so becomes 54
3. What do you do in daily life? Work? Study? Hobby?
Storyteller and trainer in the mental health field
4. Have you also had a dog or dogs of your own? If so what breed/crossbreed and what is his/her name?
Layla, a golden retriever
5. What are the best character traits of your own dog?
Sweet, affectionate, quiet, patient, playful
6. What was/were your cutest babysitting dog(s)? and why?
Lucky the pug, because his ego is so huge
7. Why did you start babysitting dogs through Petbnb?
Because I did it with love for friends and colleagues anyway and continued to enjoy it so much
8. How do you find out if there is a good match with the dog and the owner during an introduction?
Eye contact, manner of walking on leash, proximity, position of tail
9. What is the most memorable/special situation you have experienced so far while babysitting?
How calm Storm, a white Swiss shepherd remained during the dominant excited behavior of another large male and as a result, within two seconds, became and remained the undisputed leader
10. Did you also learn new things through babysitting?
Yes I have learned that dogs need rest and boundaries more than our need for freedom often gives them
12. Favorite dog walking spot & why?
Kapeller forest, fantastic off-leash area and dozens of social dogs to inter-act with
13. What tips & tricks would you give to other babysitters for good babysitting?
Stay calm
14. What else would you like to add to Petbnb?
Coaching service for dog owners
Got excited after this story? Quickly check out Jolanda's Petbnb ad and see if she still has a spot available for your dog!
https://www.petbnb.nl/hondenoppas/nederland/landgraaf/de-vrolijke-vierpoters-in-landgraaf-623
Curious about more stories from our babysitters? Read Jan Willem's story here!
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