I have loved dogs, cats, and various other pets my entire life. Sadly, my 15 year old Springer Spaniel Layla passed away in May 2017, but I am not ready to "replace" her. I will love your dog with the same passion and attentiveness. My flexible schedule as a Analytical Chemist provides ample time for check-ins, exercising, and overnight stays. I have raised 4 dogs; a golden retriever, a black lab and two spaniels with health problems, and 7 cats (over 20 years). I treat all pets with the utmost respect and am completely disgusted by any kind of neglect or abuse. No matter the temperament, I will care for your dog as if it was my own. As I have had pets my whole life with various health problems, I am acutely aware of dietary restrictions and overall pet health. I also self trained all my pets without physical aggression and believe positivity is always more effective.