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\n

\n Not every hero wears a cape - some just walk with a belt in hand. Meet Domien Zahradnik<\/strong> (59),
\n former sports instructor in the Marine Corps and currently a dedicated dog sitter via Petbnb<\/strong>. His peace,
\n discipline and love of animals make him a favorite sitter with many owners.\n <\/p>\n

\"Dog<\/p>\n

From marines to dog lover<\/h2>\n

\n After his functional age retirement from the Marine Corps, Domien decided to devote his energy and experience to dogs.
\n \"I was a sports instructor in the Marines, so sports are part of me. In addition, I play music. And because I can't have my own dog now,
\n is Petbnb<\/a>
\n for me the perfect alternative,\" he says.\n <\/p>\n

His love for dogs<\/h2>\n

\n Domien once had a Tervueren shepherd<\/strong> named Fugazi. That experience made a deep impression: \"All dogs are nice, right
\n the difference is what makes it so fascinating.\" His natural charisma makes dogs quickly feel at ease.
\n \"It hasn't happened yet that I didn't have a match. Dogs feel immediately that they can trust me.\"\n <\/p>\n

A special experience<\/h2>\n

\n \"A stray dog from Sarajevo was so attached to me within 24 hours that I could take her anywhere without a leash.
\n She even got upset when I went to run errands. I didn't know a dog could bond so quickly.\"\n <\/p>\n

What he learned from babysitting<\/h2>\n

\n \"You learn every day, they are like people. If you're not learning anything, I don't think you're open to these animals.\"
\n Domien enjoys the contact and stresses that playing and talking with dogs is essential: \"Even a dog notices when you're busy
\n with your smartphone. Leave those in your pocket and give them attention - it strengthens your bond tremendously.\"\n <\/p>\n

Favorite exhaust spot<\/h2>\n

\n \"A big field where I can play with the dog,\" he says without hesitation. \"That's where you build a real bond.\"\n <\/p>\n

Domien's tips for other babysitters<\/h2>\n

\n \"Don't force a match. If it doesn't click, another dog will come your way. Talk to dogs a lot, play regularly and
\n Be really present during the walk. That makes all the difference.\"\n <\/p>\n

What else he would like to give Petbnb<\/h2>\n

\n \"Add to the questionnaire whether a dog barks a lot - this is useful for sitters who live in an apartment and need to take into account
\n keep with neighbors,\" he suggests. A practical tip from an experienced babysitter who knows what he's talking about.\n <\/p>\n

In conclusion<\/h2>\n

\n Domien is living proof that discipline, caring and love of animals can go hand in hand.
\n Enthusiastic after this story? Check out the
\n Petbnb ad of Domien<\/a>
\n and find out if he still has room for your dog.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Not every hero wears a cape \u2014 some simply walk with a leash in hand. Meet Domien Zahradnik (59), former sports instructor at the Marine Corps and nowadays a dedicated dog sitter via Petbnb. His calmness, discipline, and love for animals make him a favorite sitter for many owners. 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