Nothing lifts your spirits like a ball of fur with a wagging tail! I've always had dogs, and always will. I would love to get to know yours! I understand each dog has a different personality and enjoy getting to know that personality and can cater to each dog's needs--whether those needs are more attention, more space, more walks, more chilling, etc. I am used to pets who are not necessarily comfortable in a strange place with strange people, so I am very experienced in allowing the dog (or cat!) to tell me what he or she needs/wants. I allow pets to settle in at their own pace and become familiar with all of the new things and people. Once relaxed, we will have a great time! I live on an acreage with plenty of room to roam and smell everything! I do not have a fenced in yard, so leashes are required. I do have horses and small inside dogs. I have experience with cats as well. I am a one-cat owner, but she lived to be 22 years old, so I did have a lot of years' experience! She was a calico and had all the 'tude! As a pet mom myself, I know what it's like to be away from your pet and worry about how he or she is doing. I would love to send photos and updates as often as you need!