Hi, I'm Iryna, and I live in Berlin-Wedding. I love dogs and have regularly looked after my friends' dogs, taking them for walks, feeding them and staying overnight when their owners were away. I also grew up with a large dog (a Caucasian Shepherd) in Belarus, as well as cats. Professionally, I've spent several years working as a Key Account Manager in a tech startup. I'm currently between jobs, which gives me plenty of flexibility during the day. I also practise somatics — body-based approaches to awareness and self-regulation — and am currently completing my training as a Somatic Movement Educator here in Berlin. I find this practice helpful when spending time with dogs, as it allows me to stay calm and grounded, read their body language and notice when something might make them uncomfortable. I'd describe myself as a calm and attentive person who appreciates peaceful environments and being outdoors. One of the most beautiful parks (a former cemetery) is just around the corner from my place, so it's a lovely spot for walks if you're nearby. What I offer: Dog walks (30 minutes or longer) I'll pick your dog up from home, take them for a walk at their own pace and bring them back safely. I usually walk one dog at a time, or two dogs from the same household, so they get my full attention. I enjoy spending time outdoors and can adapt the walk to your dog's energy level and needs — whether that's an active outing with plenty of play or a slower, more relaxed walk. House sitting I'll stay overnight at your home so your dog can remain in their familiar environment and keep their usual routine. I'll also make sure they aren't left alone for long periods during the day. After every walk and each day of house sitting, I'll send you a little update with photos. A few things to know: Unfortunately, I can't generally host dogs at my place because we have wooden floors and I need to be careful about potential damage. However, I'd be happy to discuss this option for fully house-trained dogs. Before the first booking, I always suggest arranging a meet-and-greet so I can get to know your dog's routines, commands and little quirks, and you can see whether we're a good fit. Alternatively, we can have a video call first. I care for small and medium-sized dogs and cover Wedding, Gesundbrunnen, Moabit, Mitte and nearby areas. I speak English, German and Russian. Looking forward to meeting you and your friend!