Have you ever gone for a long stay where there is a roommate?

It's totally understandable when a couple who has a live-in tenant, doesn't want to bother the tenant with a dog care. Not everyone is interested in watching dogs, feeding them, picking up poop and cleaning up accidents.

If this man is a friend of the couple, I wouldn't think he would try to do anything to you. But it's your call. I don't stay at people's houses because I would hate sleeping in their bed or couch.... but I don't think I would want to stay in a house with a person that I don't know. Whether it's a man or a woman. Like Karen says, you can check him out. Get his ID, talk to your local sheriff, and inform your family and friends about your whereabouts and give them the man's name and ID details. You should also inform the couple and the guy that you need his information and will get him checked out for safety reasons. Nothing weird about being careful and cautious. I would never want to suggest he will do anything, but you don't know him. What if he gets drunk or high, you don't know what people can do when they are out of control. Keep a cell and a weapon and a camera close to you.

You see it daily in this world, people say "Oh, but that nice man didn't look like a killer. Oh that nice man didn't look like a rapist". No, I am not trying to freak you out, but Karen is right. A lot of freaks out there.

Good luck whatever you decide to do! Or bring someone with you :)

I suppose there could be many valid reasons (e.g., the person's work schedule) why the couple doesn't entrust dog care to their friend, but I don't think you should stay in the home with a stranger.

Instead, offer to do drop-ins/walks. If you do accept this job even as drop-ins, find out the other person's schedule and his name; do some checking on these people. Specifically, check with the police and their databases. There are just too many crazies in the world.

Also, I looked at your rates. Your additional dog rate is so low, especially the $2 one. But more importantly, puppy rates are ALWAYS higher not lower because they require more care.