We are an energetic professional couple who love animals. We have both have had pets all our lives but our busy weekday schedules prohibit us from having more than our two cats at this time. We would love to sit your well-behaved and house-trained pet on weekends to benefit both parties! We used to have my husband’s children's dog (Pepper- you’ll see pictures of her on our profile) when the kids were home from college and visiting, but she passed away in 2023. We are an active couple and run on safe and quiet country roads, and hike/walk nearby conservation areas and small mountains. We even enjoy down time in front of the wood stove in winter, and on the patio in the summer. We live in a clean, country “cottage” home (picture Norman Rockwell, as we’ve been told) on three wooded acres in bucolic Columbia County just outside of the Village of Chatham, NY. We are open to all visitors, including travelers to the area who want to bring their pets along, but can’t keep them in their own temporary accommodations (visiting your pet while in town is welcomed). I’ve fostered dogs through a local rescue, and walked dogs at a capital region shelter, so I’m very aware of various personalities among different breeds. You won’t feel guilty about getting away for a weekend. Your dog will have an exciting and adventurous time with us. Trust us, your dog is looking for a fun vacation getaway too! We can be as active or relaxed with your pet as you are comfortable with. Animals must be okay with our cats. Dogs must be crate trained and house trained. Please note that we do not allow dogs on the furniture or beds.