I am retired from 25 years of school bus driving. Before that I worked in warehouse and then I worked for a year as a groomer for a vet. At the moment, I am a substitute teacher. I work when I want to and am gone for about 8 hours. I would not schedule a sub job on the days I would board your pet. I love animals and have always had them in my life. I am all the time taking in strays and finding them a great home. My home is a small one story level with a small fenced in back yard. Most days I enjoy my coffee on the back porch as my pets potty and enjoy the sunshine. We go for a morning walk about 10 AM and then again at about 5 PM. We go out during the day and play ball or tug of war or chase. Sometimes we go to a park that is 2 miles from my house for a visit. It is very peaceful with a stream running through it. I live in a very small town and we walk around the neighborhood, mostly on sidewalks. The neighborhood is very safe for walking. Your pet would be safe and secure here. They would get lots of hugs and belly rubs and play..along with my pets. I would have to make special accommadations, (keep away from other pets like a kennel or outside most of day) for an aggressive pet to keep my pets safe. But we would do what's best for all of them. I can administer medicine to your pets if that is needed. I understand seperation anxiety as I've had a few of those in the past. My doxie is a senior girl with some health issues and I understand the special needs that the elderly require. I love puppies and welcome them also.