We have 6 children, several are teens/ adults. Our youngest is 9. We have a 1 year old pug who is very sweet and well behaved ( current on all shots and neutered). We have a nice fenced yard, a main floor that is gated with laminate floors (good for puppies). Our teens are excited to help and walk dogs and play with them. We are home most all of the time. We love to have dogs be a part of everything we do as a family. We are experienced with senior dogs also. Our previous dog was 15 and with health problems before she passed away. We have also cared for dogs of family members and friends when they are away. I hope we will be a good fit for your dog when you are away.