I will fawn over your dog AND be strict and thorough about feeding, walking, playtime, and any special health needs your dog may have. I'm a married, 40-year-old English professor, and I own my own home. I've been house and animal sitting since I was a teenager. Your dog will have a friend in my spouse and my little dog Orlando. I also have room to separate the dogs if they need some down time. I have two cats as well, one of whom is fearless and friendly with dogs, and another who is fearful and has his own space in the basement of the house. I spend my summer days writing and researching from home, and during the school year, I teach 3 courses per semester at a local university.