I have taken care of my friends dogs and stayed at their house multiple times while they have gone on vacation. I also have taken care of my parent's dogs while they have gone away. I used to take care of cats as well. I have dog sat for up to a month at a time before for some customers of mine at work. I do have a job at Safeway and I can be gone for a 8 hr shift. I cant really host dogs in my own home except possibly during the day but I'm perfectly willing to meet you and do stay overs there. My mom could do check ins for me tuesday-thursdays in the middle of the day if your pets are used to being let out in the middle of the day (she only works 2 days a week, I can work up to 6.) . But I do enjoy the company of dogs and cats and will do everything I can to make sure your pets are comfortable while you are gone on vacation or just at work. On days when I don't work I will be with your dogs almost all day. My schedule changes week to week and day to day (I work at Safeway). I have probably taken care of animals longer then 7 years but just using that as a base number.