I have had pets my entire life from the smallest (mice, hamsters, birds, turtles, frogs and chinchillas) to numerous cats we fostered or adopted to dogs who lived very long lives. My first dog lived 19 years and my current dog (in my profile pic) just turned 15. I understand fully how much you worry about and miss your pet when you are not with them because I use pet sitters and dog walkers myself. I know the difference between good and bad service and I strive to be as communicative as you would like and can follow directions to keep your pet as safe as they should be when you can't be with them.