Hi, I have a collie mix (Lassie coat) and I grew up with labs and golden retrievers. Dogs love me and I know how to work with them well. I trained my own dog to sit, lay down and crate trained him quickly using a reward system. Sometimes I can get him to potty on command as well. :) He is trained to not get on furniture and does gets along with other dogs. I will typically not bring my dog for the walks however if your dog needs a play mate, mine does get along well with others and we can do a meet and greet and see. If overnight house/pet sitting is requested please know that my dog would have to come with me so a meet and greet is required.