I love dogs! They are great companions. My 20 year old daughter loves dogs too. She would love it if we got more but I don't know how long we will live together since she is 20 years old. She is a student and works about 10 hours a week at a nearby salon. Most of her time is spent at home studying. She will keep your pup company while we all work or play. In the evenings she will get a break and I will care for the dogs. We have a white (14 pound) West Highland Terrier. He is a little bossy, but after he gets to know others he is friendlier. We would love to host your dog for your vacation or busy work schedule. Someone will be home with the dog most of the day (I have other roommates that are home during the day so the dogs will get plenty of care and interaction with people daily.