I lived for about a year with a family with a playful, energetic, 40-pound, 4-and-a-half-year-old lab mix named Ivy: a former shelter dog who took a while to adjust to the house and to regular walks. The learning experience taking care of her and loving her was both unique and wonderful. Based on that experience, I can feed, brush and play (inside or outside) with your dog, take him or her out for walks and potty breaks, and give your dog all the love, care and attention they need while you're away. I can also stay overnight to watch your dog, and take him or her to the vet in the event of an emergency. I'm available all day on weekdays for walks, visits and overnight stays, and Saturday afternoons for walks and visits.