I am a retired teacher, artist and a pet care provider. I have owned 7 cats, 4 dogs, hamsters, mice, lizards and goldfish. I also love horseback riding. I've cared for many neighbors and friend's pets as well. My grandma ran the baby animal nursery at the Philadelphia zoo and raised a captive born lion cub, so you could say I get my passion for animals from her. I am out and about often, either hiking with my dogs or home making art. Your dog will have a safe and secure place to stay with all day access to the back yard and plenty of cuddles at night watching a good movie. We regularly visit the Fuji dog park and many hiking trails. My only restriction is that our dogs should be able to get along and if you have a small dog, he or she can handle two 50 pound Australian Shepherds playing with him or her.