I grew up with dogs all my life and have taken care of co-workers dogs several times. I am now retired and I am doing this because I love dogs. Being home all day allows the dogs to be let out several times during the day. No one is left at home alone while the sitter has gone to work for 8 hours. I have a fenced yard in which the dogs love to run around. My own dog is now 10 years old and doesn't run as much. He can still be a good companion for your dog. We go for a walk every day, sometimes twice a day. Who doesn't like getting outside? We all do. I would love and take care of your dog just like my own!