Hi everyone! My name is Nick, I currently live in Santa Clarita and work from home! So when it comes to dog/house sitting, it's just a matter of taking my mobile office with me! I love all dogs and I can guarantee your dog will be well looked after. When watching dogs I realize the importance of giving them attention inside and outside of the house, by taking them on walks etc. or a good tug of war game inside! Your dog won't even notice you are gone. I'm great at encouraging house rules (so no bad habits are made while you are away), but who knows (pending on age) perhaps your dog will pick up some fun tricks while you are gone! I have taken a couple of dogs to and through the dog training course at Petco. I grew up with dogs my entire life (Originally from Minnesota, I had my first dog when I was 10 years old) and understand that watching and/or having a dog is a HUGE responsibility. Let's be honest, it's almost like having a kid. You need to (and I will) feed them, watch them, give them baths, play with them, pick up after them and give them the love, respect and attention they deserve! Through out all my time in California--I have almost always lived with a dog. My roommates have always been thankful, as they know I've had a huge impact on their dogs behavior. To this day and no matter what dog I meet-they instantly take a liking to me. It's why my friends deem me The Dog Whisperer!