This kind of gig kind of happened over the last few years. More than a few friends call me when they need someone to take care of their pets. I'll tell you it was fun every single time and I still look forward to it. Experience in feeding with different types of foods, conditions, administered medications, hung out with older dogs, dog baths, etc. Did this so many times it was suggested I give this a try! I have had owned rescues in the past. Special skill? I am a big fellow so have the weight to handle large dogs? I am in Logistics/Operations and my schedule is 4 days on 4 days off so I have 4 whole days of fun things to do like this.