I grew up in a home that was known for taking in strays and shelter animals. At any one time we would have 5-7 animals in our house including rabbits, cats, fish, and of course, dogs--particularly a pug, a huskey, a newfoundland and a leonberger so massive dogs are not a problem! I've worked on a farm with sheep, chicken, cows, geese, and turkeys, in a classroom with hedgehogs, snakes, and turtles, and in local neighborhoods walking and taking care of dogs and cats of all ages and breeds. I have a gentle and close bond with the animals I meet and will treat your beloved creatures like furry royalty! I enjoy long walks and will walk until your dog wants to go home. If your dog boards with me, s/he will have access to our big, continuous front yard-back yard set back in a cool, wooded hollow in McLean. I worked for 7 months with a dog who had been saved from an abusive home, so I know how to care for dogs with little quirks like shyness, unpredictability, and jumping. My only rule is that your dog must have been treated for fleas to stay with me.