I am a mother of 2 boys 18, 21 and live in Oxford, CT. I work part time Tues-Fri. I am an avid dog lover. I have always had a dog until recently. I live in a very large Colonial. I have over 5+ acres of land. I also have an enclosed inground pool. I have experience watching other's dogs while on vacation and/or travel for work. I enjoy playing with dogs. During the day, I would take them for walks, throwing a tennis ball, petting even swimming in the pool (if owner allows). Your dog would have the run of the house. My children live in the home with my retired boyfriend and absolutely love dogs. My children commute to college so they help out with the dogs during the day as well as my boyfriend. So your dog is never alone for a an extended period of time.