I dog sit occasionally for one family. The dog is very happy and relaxed at my home. My backyard is large and there is lots of room to throw a ball or a stick for the dog to fetch. I enjoy going on walks and feel exercise is very important for a dog and take my own dog out several times a day. I love animals and I have been around them my entire life. I view my pets as part of my family. I would treat any pet in my care the same. My dod is a McNab/Black Mouth Cours Hound. He is 10 years old and very kind. He gets a long well with other dogs. He is my 7 year old's buddy. A great family dog.