Almost all my life having a dog and a cat at home has been an essential part of our family enough so that when my dog once got sick my family spent more for vet bill than I made all summer to help her recover because we considered her so much part of the family. Even with my house filled with animals the second I was old enough I started a dog sitting business around my neighborhood and since then I have always found a way to be involved in animals whether by volunteering at shelters or by pet sitting. While no one can love and care more for your pet than you can I assure you I am the second best option for when you are away.