We live in a large single family home on 1 acre on a quiet dead-end street in the heart of Columbia. We are surrounded by woods and while we don’t have a full fenced backyard, we do have a small fenced-in area for the dogs that is perfect for quick potty breaks. We have lots of space to roam and take the dogs out frequently for walks on leash. We also have a large deck, which is great for spending time outside when the weather is nice. We do not generally use crates unless that is part of your dog’s routine. We have a couple of crates in different sizes if needed, or you can bring your own if you prefer. We do not require dogs to be crate trained. We allow the dogs in most rooms in the house and they are allowed on furniture, but we will try to enforce whatever rules you have at home if you don’t want them on furniture. We have a lot of space for dogs to have their own area to hang out if necessary. We typically take only 2 dogs at a time (not including our own) but we sometimes take more on a case by case basis if we think they will be a good fit with each other. We do our best to follow whatever routines or schedule your dog is used to so they can feel more comfortable here. We send lots of photos to keep you updated on how much fun your dog is having with us while you’re away. We will treat your dog like one of our own and they will be sure to get lots of attention!