We are a family of five children, one cat and a rescue 3 legged mini Bernedoodle. Our spacious house has a large yard which borders on a stream - a fun environment if your dog likes to explore! We play fetch, take walks in the neighborhood, play outside and give pet snuggles. Our dogs have never loved the kennel environment - so we understand how important it is to make a dog a part of the family, if only for a few days! I have had 99% excellent experiences with Rover - but want to make sure that our home and time is respected, just as much as I want to make sure your dog is a good fit in our household. A meet and greet is required to book and there will be a half-day fee of $15 if you are more than 1 hour late (without communication, that is, I understand that traveling has its hiccups) picking up your dog. My family takes an active role in making our dog guests feel comfortable and relaxed! I currently work as a teacher two days a week, but it is rare for our animals to be left alone for long stretches of time. We take frequent walks and spend as much time outdoors as possible. Safety is our top priority - our backyard is very Serene and a fun environment for animals to play, but we never let dogs play unattended or without using a leash or lead.