Your doggie family speaks volumes to you when they greet and accept a newcomer excitedly and spontaneously. When Terry first came to "sit", our 'girls' met her at the door with the usual 'I don't know you' approach, but within a few short minutes she was their new best friend! At that time we had 3 small dogs. Since that initial visit, Terry has stayed with our girls several times, now even with an additional puppy. They know her quite well, and even though they know we are leaving, a happy attitude is apparent. She is so very gentle and loving...genuinely caring. Terry has been here for short stays and extended stays (and on our future calendar), tending not only our dogs but also our home, plants, and household details seemingly with ease and great efficiency. While we are gone, she keeps in touch with us regularly with texts, photos, and calls if necessary. We trust her judgement, comfortable she can competently make a decision if unable to reach us....and we come home to a spotless house and happy puppy dogs! Not only is she now a friend, we feel like Terry is a family member. In addition, Terry is an OUTSTANDING human being!