I am retired. I have had dogs in my life since I was 10 years old. I am VERY-MUCH an animal activist. I LOVE ALL ANIMALS, but I have decided to only take care of NON-SHEDDING breeds in my home. I also only take in ONE FAMILY of dogs at a time. We have a fenced-in backyard for your fur baby to enjoy. If you have any special toys that are enjoyed by your pet --- they can enjoy it at my home as well. No different than humans, dogs deserve to be given as much comfort, familiarity and compassion as possible. I enjoy getting to know each dog's specific personality and work with their needs, energy levels, diets, etc. All dogs must be on flea medication. The male dogs that I sit must be neutered. The female dogs must be spayed. I have run into the problem of male dogs marking their territory in my home and I can not have that happen. I will require a Meet & Greet with me before the dog arrives! I love to meet the fur babies and get to know them as well as reassure the pet parents that their fur baby will be cared for in a nice environment. In your request, please state what dates you need boarding. Please stick to your drop off and pick up times once the times have been set. If you are going to be late please give me a COURTESY CALL. DAYCARE TIMES ARE FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. PICK-UP TIME AFTER AN OVERNIGHT STAY BEFORE 12:00 (NOON) WILL INCUR NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE. PICK-UP AFTER 12:00 (NOON), BUT BEFORE 6:00 P.M. WILL INCUR A DAY-CARE CHARGE OF $35. PICK-UP AFTER 6:00 P.M. WILL INCUR AN OVERNIGHT CHARGE OF $45 ($10 ADDED TO $35). ALL BABIES MUST BE PICKED UP BY 9:00 P.M. IF NOT STAYING OVERNIGHT. I will welcome your fur baby into my home and will take care of him/her as my own. You can feel completely relaxed leaving your sweet baby with me.