Although I did not grow up with a dog, my husband and I got a black lab when we got married. We love our girl! I have experience taking care of dogs mostly from nannying kids who also had dogs I was responsible for. If you need someone with flexible hours to drop by your house a couple of times a day for dog-walking and feeding, I am your girl! I will occasionally be bringing my baby with me, so if your dog doesn't love kiddos, please let me know!