I've had dogs my whole life and take care of friends and families dogs while on vacation. I'm currently dog sitting newlyweds who had no one to help. I offered last minute because I knew the importance of their honeymoon and I didn't want them stressing over whose going to watch their dog. I took my minigolden doodle to puppy school and love training her. I think dogs have awesome personalities. I'm very patient with dogs. Calm owner/sitter equals good dog. I have no grooming experience but I will give your dog a bath. I'll provide the shampoo.