I live in a natural paradise beside a lake. Your pup/s will be walked on leash, by me personally, on one of several paths that run through the surrounding woods. They will be safely monitored at all times when outdoors. For their indoor comfort, I keep a space that is designed specifically for what dogs enjoy: a big, open room with plenty of area to romp and play with toys. This large room has a huge slider glass door that easily opens to the great outdoors, so dogs have uncomplicated access to view and walk out into nature at its finest, for the duration of their visit. Whenever I have one or more four-legged guests, I personally move downstairs to the lower level along with my own two dogs, Pookie and George. There I maintain a constant human presence, living with the animals around the clock. I sleep in a human bed that sits amongst the many dog beds all over the carpet, with ample room for owner-provided crates if that is where your dogs are accustomed to spending the night. The walk-out basement additionally has an interior room with pet-friendly furniture including two large couches, for lounging, napping and sleeping, if that is more cozy for your dog. The pups are allowed full access to roam about wherever they wish downstairs. Unless, that is, an unusual situation occurs where a guest needs to be sequestered for behavioral concerns, in which case it is easy to provide security and privacy for all affected with the simple closing of the interior room's door. Dogs are super comfortable here - it is quiet and they get a lot of freedom and love. The basement level is temperate - not at all difficult to keep cool during the summer and warm during winter months. I am delighted to be able to provide an ideal environment to insure safety and luxury for all visiting pets. In addition to boarding dogs here at my home, I am available to come to your place to dog-sit. I totally understand that maintaining routines and a consistent sense of home is preferable for some dog parents, and I am here to accommodate! Being independent and without family responsibilities, I am able to come to your living space and pick up the rhythms of your personal household while you are called away from home. I take bookings for both dog-sitting and dog boarding quite happily! Each of these circumstances has its appeal; I am totally game for each! Having done this full time for over three years, I am experienced in both, with dozens of bookings in each category. It is my way of life to be with dogs in the way that best serves my clients. Either way, my own two canine pals, Pookie and George, accompany me wherever I am. Each of them are well-seasoned to fitting in amiably with all manner of living conditions and they co-exist beautifully with all kinds of dogs no matter what size, age or temperament. I believe that their mature and steady personalities bring a calming influence to other dogs, who may be nervous about the temporary absence of their accustomed human family. Feedback through reviews has indicated that the three of us together make up a team of dog-tenders that is much praised and appreciated. I hope you will give me the honor of taking care of your beloved pet/s when you are called away - Thanks for considering me!