I have a fenced in back yard and live on a cul de sac with a few neighbors that have friendly dogs and live in a very quiet neighborhood... My son's are 16 one with Autism .. The few times we did dog sit they have taken a liking to my other son.. We do have cats who are indoor pets and they do tend to shun away from dogs or any other animal as a matter of fact.... Your pet will have the run of the house when I am home and will only be crated if they have one when I have to run an errand or to pick up one of the boys from school. If meds are provided they will be given along with directions... Thank you!!