I have a large, fenced in back yard and is secure. I also have a doggie door -- puppy paradise! Someone is usually home throughout the day and depending on your needs, I can let your dog out at least every two hours. I do in-home pet sitting full-time and I also provide pet visits or overnights at your home as well. I live on a road that circles a lake which provides for a nice half mile walk. Dogs are allowed on the furniture and they have free roam of the house -- dogs are only crated if you specify that they should be when we are not home or at night. Most importantly, I love what I do and everyday is a new day when it comes to pet sitting!