I grew up with four medium sized dogs, and it was one of the greatest joys of my life. I pet sat and walked for friends and neighbors for most of my teenage years as well. My experience includes taking care of young puppies up through elderly dogs with poor health. I have also pet sat cats, once a chinchilla, and helped a squirrel orphan recover. I have a little experience with rats, hamsters, fish, and turtles as well. I have a lot of room in my heart for animals and will treat your dog like family.