My husband and I both work full time, but he is always home by 6. I am off random days so my schedule varies. We have a 4 year old shepherd mix who is a big fluffy baby. We also have a 1 1/2 year old daughter who loves dogs. I have had dogs all of my life and so had my husband. We live in an apartment but we have a dog park in our complex that allows for dogs to run and do an obstacle course if they please. Our dog is very good with other dogs. We would love to have some playmates for our dog. He is in need of other friends besides a one year old Baby. We love animals. They will definitely be as safe with us as they would be if they were our own.