I will treat your fur kid as well as I treated mine. (Both mini-Schnauzers are now deceased.) S/he will get play time or pet time, be adored & trained enough to be make you proud in public. My fur kids were with me since each were puppies. Learning to adapt their daily routines to each ones age and energy, although, difficult, teaches patience and flexibility. As I did for mine, I would try to keep your fur kid on his/her normal routine, as much as possible to reduce stress or anxiety. Additional experience: Have previously volunteered as a dog walker for the Humane Society. I've also pet sat for a "bitey" dog (had PTSD), cats in Fiji, and even chickens. I am comfortable being the adult and administering medications, when needed, even if s/he does not want them. I also love the playfulness of puppies and kittens. Pets are people, too. :)