I have been a foster for Save-a-Lab animal rescue for many years, caring for puppies, young dogs, older dogs (and challenging dogs) in my home for days/weeks/months at a time. I have two of my own dogs (10yo Golden Retriever and 3yo Lab/mix) that get on well with other animals and welcome them into our home. I have older children (age range 12-18) who also love dogs/animals and are very helpful when we have them in our home - helping to socialize, walk, feed and train them. I currently work from home and am available through out the day to care for, socialize, exercise, feed, play with and love on your dog! I have a large back yard (not fenced) and my two dogs are trained not to leave it (which is helpful when new dogs are with them as they tend to follow them). I can leash dogs for play/bathroom breaks in my yard when necessary. We live near the beach so I am able to walk dogs in my neighborhood, on the rocks near the water or on the beach - whichever is most enjoyable and accessible for each animal.