I grew up with dogs my whole life. I have always had Australian shepherds. Right now my family has two, and before that we had a 14 and a half year old single aussie. I have pet sat for others numerous times, and always get the job done. Dogs make my day go by faster and better each time I am around them. I have played softball for about 16 years so fetch is necessity. I have been around other breeds as well from beagles, to Irish Wolfhounds so am good with all breeds. Have a cat and parents have 2 and my sister has 2 so I'm familiar with cats and their different personalities as well. I hope to meet your family member and help them get through their day before you can be home to them again.