I've raised and been around dogs my entire life, from corgis to german shepherd. I love all dogs like they're my own, even if its a strangers pup at the park. I have an 11 month old 30 pound corgi :) I can handle puppies and potty training schedules and big dogs on leashes with anything in between. I have no "professional" background but personal background is the real deal, the stuff us dog parents go through from puppy to our senior passing away. I've been through it all. I will love your baby and enjoy taking care and spending time with it until your return. You can call or text or ask for photos at anytime to check in on your baby.