We recently lost our Westie of 14 yrs & I'm missing the joy she brought. We had her from a puppy, so my experience is everything from a puppy to a senior. I am a reiki practitioner with specialized training in animal reiki (they love the energy!) I do work full time, however have a flexible work schedule. I believe that dogs are members of your family, and should be treated as such. We live in a house with a fully fenced yard and the pool has a new safety cover for the winter. Our neighborhood has a lot of dogs that are regularly out for walks, there is a little forest attached to a park right in the neighborhood as well which allows for walks that avoid busy main streets. For dog walking, I hope your little sweetie enjoys being made a fuss of and routine ear and belly rubs!