It's hard for me to imagine boarding my own dogs, so I understand the struggle. I've been house sitting for 8 years. I'm used to caring for larger households of animals and I am okay with taking care of other pets (i.e. bunnies, snakes, fish etc.) I somehow usually end up sitting 3 dog households, so I'm really good with multiple pets. I'm used to picky eaters, senior, and more skittish animals. Recently even more defensive dogs. Every dog has a different personality and I know I can cater to most. I have 3 dogs myself. Ripley, my 5 year old mix. Nellie, a 16 year old beagle. And Lucy, another 5 year old mix. I've had dogs since I was born, I am always around them and can't imagine life without them.