As a longtime pet owner, I know the stress that comes with finding someone you can trust with your beloved pet when you have to be away. A Rover user myself, I always found it to be such a great resource, and wanted to be able to do the same for some other pet parents! I have had dogs all my life, and have both worked & volunteered for animal shelters. I am a huge pet lover, and will do everything in my power to make your pet's stay a fun, safe experience (for you, too!) My fenced in yard is great for dogs of all ages! I do work full-time, outside the home, so your dog would need to be ok for 4 hours or so on their own. I do have a dog walker that comes to let my own dog out mid-day, or I would be coming home to do so.