I am home full time. There are no children in the home. I am available for short or long stays. I am also available for day care if your baby doesn't do well at home alone or if you just want him to have a busy day once or twice a week. I live on thirty acres for long walks without worrying about traffic. I also have a smaller fenced yard outside my back door for my guests to do their business any time. Your dog is welcome on my furniture and on the bed. It is truly their home away from home. If you prefer that your dog be crated at night, just bring their crate with you. Any special needs your dog may need can be accommodated. Since I have a chihuahua and a cat, I prefer to not care for aggressive dogs or dogs who do not tolerate cats. My cat has lived with dogs his whole life and is extremely friendly with dogs so he doesn't know to be cautious. I will be happy to send you daily reports and photos of your dog while you are away. I look forward to caring for your pet!