I've had dogs all my life we have a little dog and he is my best friend(second to my wife) I take him with me when I run errands and he gets really excited when we ask him if he wants to go for a ride in grandpas truck or grandmas car. He goes with us everywhere we go he likes to go on vacation with us up north. My dog is pretty spoiled and I have enough love to spoil someone else dog too. I would treat your pet like he/she was mine. I take the responsibility caring for your pet very seriously because you are placing your trust in me to care for your pet while you are away in my view that is a big deal to ask someone to do I try to keep the dogs on their regular schedule like they are in their own home this includes feeding ,walking and poddy breaks. I have learned that they are more relaxed when I do this and it makes their stay less stressful. I do not have a fenced yard but when they are on a leash and make sure I am aware of their surroundings to anticipate anything that maybe harmful to them. I'm retired so this my second work life / passion. I love animals and will do what it takes to keep them safe and happy while they are in my care. I live in a condo so when I board if your pet has to go out they are on a leash. I also make sure that they are not in a situation that they can get anxious or hurt.