We are an animal loving family, having two dogs of our own, both girls. One large boxer cross and one Yorkshire terrier, we also have five cats who are indifferent to dogs. Ideally your dog is other dog friendly, dietary issues are not a problem, we had a vegetarian dog (medical issues) also administering medicines isn't an issue as we have had lots of experience of that also. We have a vets office just up the road should anything be needed or an emergency arise. We have three children aged 11-15 who have always had dogs. Our yard is secured the whole way around and has grass. We are spoilers of fur babies, ours are all spoiled. There is always someone home, the longest the house is empty is 1 hour.