I love all animals and have had pets in my life almost as long as I can remember. I've dog sat part time for the past 10+ years while working a full-time job in the tech industry, and I decided to add cats to my pack during the pandemic since I missed a full pet house. ;) I had contemplated leaving the corporate world to work with animals full-time for years, and I finally got the kick I needed to do this full-time when I was laid off in early 2023 (after almost 13 years at the company). My dog background: I grew up in the Midwest, and the majority of my childhood memories include my family's dogs - three Labrador Retrievers and a German Shepherd. As a child, I also loved spending time with friends’ Great Danes, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Bichon Frises, Pugs, English Springer Spaniels and a neighbor’s Newfoundland in addition to the cattle herding/strays on my grandparents’ farm. Because of Rover, I’ve not only been able to pass my love of dogs onto my children, but also give them the opportunity to connect/bond with more dog breeds in an urban environment than I was able to in my rural upbringing. I currently have three resident dogs and two resident cats: Delilah (Cockapoo), Sandie (Pomchipoo), Banksie (Savannah), Cleopatra (Savannah), and Henry (French Bulldog). They are all very friendly and love meeting new animal friends of all sizes. While your pup is with my family, we'll find the right type of activities/play for them - whether that's in my large fenced-in back yard, playtime at local dog parks, or just relaxing/playing inside the house. I’m home during the day (except for my daughter’s school drop offs/pick ups), so your dog will have regular supervision and play time as well as frequent potty breaks throughout the day. I'm available for daycare and boarding and am fairly flexible with the drop off/pick up times. My only time constraints are taking my daughter to/from school and her sports practices/games. I've accommodated 5am drop offs and midnight pick ups when needed, so please share this information when inquiring for a stay. I have a large, fenced-in yard with a pool and ample room for your pet to play with my dogs and other dog friends I may be watching. I prefer a meet & greet at my house to see how they do in the new environment and how they interact with my dogs, but if you're traveling from out of town or aren't able to meet, I'm okay with whatever makes you feel comfortable booking - text, call, or a video call. I sometimes watch multiple dogs from different clients, but as a general rule, I only add one new dog to the pack at a time so it's easier to integrate and ensure all the pups get along and listen to their pack leader. :) I worked in the tech industry for years where everything was based on data, so I've learned to only add one new variable at a time. ;) If your pet is staying with me for daycare or boarding, please be sure to bring their food and crate (if they need to be crated at night or when I need to leave to pick up my daughter from school). I have plenty of dog beds, bowls and toys, so no need to bring those unless your dog uses a slow feeder bowl or you think they'll feel better with their own dog bed. We hope to get the chance to welcome your furry legged family member into our home!