I've always had, and loved dogs & cats. I believe animals are sentient beings that deserve to be treated with kindness and respect. I've watched my friends' pets for years. Now, I'd like to get paid for it, and teach my children how to care for others by watching me do so. I have a large, fully fenced yard that also contains another smaller fully fenced portion (unused garden beds). I live in a safe area for frequent walks. I'm happy to take dogs for runs too. I'm a strong believer in lots of cuddles. I am a Registered Nurse, and comfortable giving routine medications. During the week I am home (with the exception of errands), and my husband is home on weekends. We have 3 human kids under 5, 10yr old cat, and 13 yr old lab. If there are any personality or behavioral differences, we are fortunate to have enough room to create separate spaces for everyone. We want this to be a fun experience for everyone, especially your dog(s).