I have had dogs for over 30 years, as a child and adult. They have been not just a pet, but a friend. I have had experience walking and house sitting dogs for a dog walker friend. My experience includes dogs of all sizes and ages., I am retired thus having much available time to walk and house sit dogs. Also, my available time is extremely flexible. I truly love these animals, believe I had a reasonable understanding of them, as well as any human can, based on my years of experience. Lastly, I was instrumental in two communities in convincing city government to develop dog parks. They have been very successful for both the dogs and their owners. I am very proud of that accomplishment.