My Husband and I have experience with family & friend dogs. We've watched dogs for extended periods of time. We also have a black lab named Kona. I work from home full-time so I have plenty of time to take care of pups! My husband also works from home part-time so there are plenty of opportunities for play, walks, and potty breaks. We don't have a yard but we are 1 block away from a large grassy area. We're also close to a park that's ideal for walking. We have a large crate available in the home to use if needed!