I love dogs and have always grown up around them - so I know how to provide the right balance of affection and strictness so they don't get TOO spoiled! ;) I work from home, so you never have to worry about your dog being alone for very long. Roosevelt Island has tons of open space and grass where your dog can play fetch or run around with the other dogs on the island. You will always bring home a happy, well-exercised pup! I also own a 2 year old Toy Australian Shepherd, Lily, who is a little shy but friendly and will be a good companion for your dog. Also, taking pictures is one of my favorite hobbies and I probably take a hundred pictures of my own dog every day, so I will probably spam you with so many cute pictures of your dog that it'll feel like you were never away from your baby!!