I grew up with animals and have many friends who only trust me with their babies when they need to leave town. I enjoy high energy dogs & don't mind temperamental animals, have had experience watching both. I tend to Clean as I go also so you won't come home to a happy puppy but a messy house and if I see a mess in the yard I am not above picking it up, One less thing for you to worry about right? If you have a cat that needs some loving also that's not an issue, if it's an antisocial kitty & all the need is fresh water and food is fine too. My previous pet sitting/walking experience includes everything from walking and taking care of large breed great danes to feisty poodles (and even a cat!) If your pet is on a set potty/walk schedule I can totally work with that and will not leave your little buddy waiting for his/her bathroom break. When I have stayed over night I tend to let the dogs out every 2-4 hours so they can get some fresh air and sun, and if it's a nice day and there is a shaded spot I might even grab a book and sit outside for awhile with your pet so he/she is not stuck inside all day.