I grew up in a small town where we knew all out neighbors and I have grown up taking care of other people's dogs. One I remember distinctly was a month of caring for a male and female golden retriever. They were a handful but a lot of fun to play catch with and take long walks. Otherwise I have always owned dogs myself. Now having moved across the county after getting married, city life has left me missing having dogs. My skills include minimal training (I trained horses and my own dogs,) a calming presence with animals, and an abundance of love for dogs. My care would include any grooming that may be needed, long walks weather permitting, and lots of one on one attention. The other household interactions would include my husband, who also loves dogs, and my cat who misses having someone to play with. I have lots of energy and lots of time to pour into the pets I get to have time with!