I started Rover in August 2018 because I love dogs (and all pets) and did not have my own yet. I have since adopted a lovely lab/boxer mix who turned 1 years old February 2019. He is very energetic and loves having other dogs around, which is why we take regular trips to the dog park. Pet Care Experience: My current dog Mayfield (adopted November 2018). Past pet care includes my family dog (a rescue black lab "mutt" we adopted in 2008 who is with my sister in SC now) and the puppy my graduate school roommate adopted and I helped raise for two years. I've also had the privilege of dog sitting for friends/neighbors pets periodically since college (>6 years). Availability: Moderately flexible - I'm switching career disciplines and so currently between jobs and have extra time when not away for interviews (or weddings). My living situation: My boyfriend and I (late 20s/early 30s, no kids) live in the upstairs unit of a duplex house. It is a 1 bedroom apartment with a sizable living area, dining room and kitchen in which animals could have free reign. Hardwood floors with easily vacuumed carpets (moderate shedding is ok). Side/back yard with fence but with a gate that needs to be repaired, although I would be outside watching over any dogs in the yard. Downstairs unit/neighbor has a 2 year old small-medium dog who is friendly, although if other dogs are an issue we can avoid interactions if necessary. Extras: willing to take dog(s) for a run if more rigorous exercise is needed, go to the dog park, water your plants/collect mail/simple house tasks if house-sitting