I have two dogs of my own, I also house sit/baby sit/dog sit for a family with 3 dogs (and a set of triplets) and a different family with 2 dogs, this goes on for up to 2 weeks at a time, I care for them as if they are my own. I don't just do the minimum, I enjoy spending time with each dog and building a relationship with them. Trust is important between the two of us. They must be cared for and loved just as much as any child should be.