I take the same delight in dogs that I would with grandchildren, if I had any. Whatever their mood, age or personality, every dog has its own favorite things and activities. My joy is in discovering what those are so I can give them lots of whatever it is. I'm a good dog handler on walks. Over the years I have trained several of our own dogs to the leash, and (with time) to walk alongside without a leash. I work from home on a laptop, so I can as easily dog sit in your home or mine. I have a 25 pound Westie who usually accompanies me. Lola is totally passive and gets along with any other dog, unless it's an extremely aggressive type and even then she retreats.