Dogs have been part of my life and family since I was a small child, and there has always been at least one in my home. I've cared for and raised puppies as young as 8 weeks until end of life care. I admit to spoiling them a little. My dogs are treated more like children than animals, although I do believe in positive discipline. I am a young retiree so my schedule is generally fairly flexible unless I'm out of town spoiling my two-legged grandchildren! Contact me with any questions, concerns, additional duties or special requests you may have. Overnight visits do not include full day time unless negotiated in advance. For 30-minute drop-in visits there is an additional fee of $1 per mile over 5 miles. When housesitting, I’m glad to bring in mail, water plants and even pick up poop! Hope to meet your baby soon.