I have never lived without a pet, almost always a dog. I have loved Labradors, Pit Bull mixes, Beagles, mixed breeds, etc. I cannot imagine life without a dog, and right now I have 2, 3- yr old fur babies. Because I live with their fur daddy (a/k/a my husband), I am not ready to open my house to daycare or boarding - yet. On a side note, I am a substitute teacher and in the summer am usually quite flexible. The school year is more restrictive, but we'll see where this leads before I commit to more days and/or hours. I understand the need for someone to give your pet a potty break or a chance to stretch his/her legs while you work, especially with puppies. So if you need help, I'd be happy to assist!