A retired couple with 40 years of dog guardian experience, who now lives in the California wine country, albeit without a dog. I am a retired woman with 40 years of dog guardian experience. I took one Lab through the breed ring, field trials, and obedience. I won several legs but no Masters. I presently have no dogs. My son lives with me partîmes. Our house is in a community in which are located several dog parks. We have a large fenced in back yard. My dogs are recently deceased and i have yet to replace them. I have the facilities and the compassion to host dogs. It is an obvious way to gain exposure and experience with multiple breeds. About this sitter: I live in Calistoga and I pet sit dogs. I am physically able to deal with medium to small dogs. I enjoy walking for exercise. I am reluctant to care for more than 2 dogs daily. Why I love dog sitting Casey, my wife and I, have had dogs in our house since 1973. Mostly Labs, but there was also a Dalmatian. In 1996 we purchased a breed puppy and trained her for the ring. Her X-rays revealed elbow problems at 1 year so I switched to Field Trials and obedience. Lot's of leg awards but no Masters. In 2004, while living in France, we adopted another Yellow Lab, so then we had Macchu and Picchu. We brought the whole gang home to San Francisco in 2007, where both animals died of old age. Meet my pets We have no other pets in the house. Sometimes we will sit 2 dogs, however, it is only with the agreement of each pet parent. About my yard The back yard is aprox. 100X100 and is completely enclosed with a wooden 6 foot fence. The surface is rock gravel, cement, and redwood chip. There is ample protection and shade for the dog. My experience administering medication Yes we are. This eventuality will be discussed in our "meet and greet."