I have had dogs all of my life but they became my kids about 23 yrs ago with my first dog on my own. I volunteered at a no kill shelter from 2007 to 2013 walking dogs and since moving out of the area, I continue to assist with their events from 2013-present. I’ve potty trained all my dogs and taught basic commands. I actually enjoy being around dogs much more than people (no offense) and I treat them with the respect of people. I usually host one dog at time. On some occasions I can host 2 dogs plus my own. However, I confirm with all owners involved and I test temperament and require a meet & greet prior to accepting the second dog. Many owners like for their pups to be socialized and enjoy having this opportunity. When I host more than 1 pup, they are never left alone in the same room if I have to run out. I make sure they are securely separated, no matter how well they have been getting along. Never can be too careful. I am home every evening and on the weekends. I am still mostly remote working due to COVID, however this flexibility is never guaranteed and could change in the future. I usually go to campus for in-person meetings, so when it happens, it's less than once a week and usually (with driving time) less than 3 hrs. I have a Furbo camera that I monitor anytime I would need to leave home (grocery trip, dr. appt, mtgs, etc.). I updated my availability to the worst case scenario of going back to the office full time since it has never been formally announced that our current schedules are permanent. So please contact me regardless and we can check my meeting schedule for the dates you would like your pup in my home. I have 1 female, spayed 6 year old, trained chihuahua that is dog friendly/indifferent. Dogs are securely leashed before the door is opened to go outside for walks. However, my backyard is completely fenced in with an 8ft fence that goes from the ground -> up with no gaps. Poops are picked up immediately so yard is very clean. Any transport needed, the pup will have their own pet tube containment seatbelted in the backseat.