I have worked with Doggie-au-pair pet sitting services based in Hollywood, Florida for 8 years now. I have been a Graphic Designer for 25+ years with Burdines, then Macy's and finished my degree in Special-Education at Miami-Dade. There are similarities and a close relation between the caring of our pets and the caring of Special-needs children. I have 2 small, older Shih-tzus, that are the loves of my life. I have never and will never ( unless owner prefers ) crate a dog unnecessarily. I prefer not to walk guests because I am not sure how they will react to new environments. I will if owner prefers, but with a harness only, not a simple leash. I speak English and Spanish and am comfortable with French as well. So if you have a French poodle, no worries. Most guests are welcomed to hang out around the house, as well my large family room and large, expansive, safe, fenced yard. We are centrally located, in a happy environment.