I've have over 36 years of experience taking care of dogs and other animals too. I love animals dearly, and think this would be a great fit for me and my family, plus yours. I have a 17 year son that has 15 years of experience loving on dogs and horses too. I've dog sat for friends over the summers and holidays for over 30 years and love sharing my love with them. I have a huge yard to share with your dog. I will only take in one dog or 2 dog family at a time. So that it will be the least amount of stress on your loved one. I work M-F 7:30 to 3 for the Broward County School District in an Autism cluster. I start my day at 6 a.m. so that would be your dog's first potty break with another 1 or 2 before I leave at 7:15. I only work 2 miles away. I have a 21 year old daughter that lives close by and I know she would want to come visit mid to walk and play with your dog when I'm not home. After 3 I'm available for the rest of the evening to shower your dog with love and affection. I don't work on the weekends either so there is a lot of time for long walks at the beach. I am very active, love going on long walks or bike rides to the beach, out going to pretty much any social event outside. Flexible to whatever your dog likes to do. Can't wait to share my love and attention with your family member. Crates are not necessary.