I may be biased since Kate is my daughter, but I can vouch 100% that she loves dogs and would be a wonderful care taker for your fury friend. Kate grew up with our two older dogs Bo and Max. Even at a young age she showed so much love and care for them. When Kate was nine, we got our lab Charlie when he was 12 weeks old. Kate was always very involved in Charlie's care -- feeding him, walking him, playing with him and most importantly, being one of his best friends. She continued to love and care for Charlie for the next 12 years. Kate is a very responsible young woman. She graduated from the University of Nevada in May 2016 and then worked full-time over the summer. She will be returning from a semester abroad late December and would be a wonderful, responsible dog sitter for you and your family. Ask anyone who knows Kate, and they will tell you that she can be trusted by you to take care of your animals and/or house while you are away. Don't hesitate to ask me or Kate for additional references.