I'm retired and have had dogs my entire life. At this time I have two dogs. When I have someone look after my dogs I need to know they are very responsible, dependable and caring. When I watch your dog, you can be sure I treat them the way I want my dogs treated. Dogs seem to have a sense about people. They know when people are afraid of them. They also know when people love dogs. So many times I've met dogs who generally don't like strangers or men but they warm up to me because they have the sense that I'm crazy about all dogs. I'm very patient and realize like people that dogs go at there own pace . If a dog doesn't warm up to me immediately that's OK. I fine with active puppies as well as seniors who need special attention.