My half of a duplex is a two story unit that has two bedrooms upstairs. I will be keeping pets that I am watching downstairs in the living room area and in my yard space if it is nice enough to hang out outside. I do not currently have any dogs, but I have a cat that stays upstairs any time I would be boarding animals in my home. I love dogs and cats and would treat your animals as if they were my own! I work from home so it is not a problem for me to accommodate dogs that need several walks a day or extra attention. The neighborhood I live in is quiet as it's fairly residential. I look forward to meeting you and your pets!