I have had my own dog for many yrs (sadly my Sam passed last yr) and I am very good with training and how a pet should be treated. I understand they look to us to be there for them and I can with my personal schedule between 9am and 12pm and then anytime after 5pm. This is because I am a school bus driver so I have that time in between. I enjoy walking many miles and so your dog would be so thankful that I take them out. As of now I only have a guinea pig so I can make more time for your pet while you are away. I look forward to meeting and hopefully having long lasting and trusting relationship.