I have always loved animals and over the course of my life, I have owned cats, dogs, fish, mice, Guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, and even a frog! OK, the fish and bird belonged to my grandmother, but I lived with her when I was a child, so that made me a silent partner (LOL). I love dogs and my pets were usually strays. Years ago, I got into the habit of dog sitting overnight for friends and co-workers and really enjoyed doing that. Now that I have time available to satisfy my desire to have a pet around (I do not currently own any pets), I look forward to providing a safe, happy, and loving environment for yours. So here I am, looking forward to meeting and taking care of new furry friends. I am semi-retired. Instead of boarding weekly, I prefer a weekend schedule so I can fully enjoy my furry guests. At the earliest, I accept drop-offs on Fridays. The latest for weekend pick-ups is preferably Monday mornings. For safety and security, my guests are always leashed when going outside for potty breaks and walks. For a little more freedom, I take them to a dog park that has a fenced area for small dogs, and a fenced area for large dogs. Inside my home, furry guests are allowed only on the main floor. The upstairs is gated to prevent falls.