Growing up I always had 3-4 dogs, several were with me from early grade school until after I graduated high school. I have been an animal lover my whole life, the 2 dogs we have now are simply put a part of our family. After using Rover several times and feeling such a relief knowing my babies were being well cared for while we were on vacation I decided I wanted to provide that same opportunity for others. I work from home and am able to provide the kind of care for your dog that I would want for my own. we live in quite neighborhood with a very large fenced back yard. whether you are leaving your dog here with us are I am coming to you rest assured your fury family member will be loved and cared for.