I had my first dog at 18 for 13 years and when she recently past away I was so devastated I could not get another because how much I was heartbroken. This gives me a chance to love someone else's dog as much as I loved my own. I am always home very active walking hiking swimming and even love the winter walks I know my dog peaches was only 8lb but she loved the snow. I am loving and would fall in love with your buddy like it was my own. Don't hesitate to call email I will respond send pictures and even videos of ur furry friend I know I used to go OK crazy when I left for vacation and I was happy when sitter send me videos.