We've had dogs and cats in our collective family households since as far back as I can remember. We just lost our dog so sitting is the best next thing to having one for my children. I work from home so your pet will have one on one time with me daily and be able to roam my home freely (as long as they are house trained). Although I don't have a closed yard, I will be available to walk pets 3 times a day and have additional outdoor leashed time if necessary. If ok with owner, I will allow smaller animals to ride along on short trips to pick up my children at the end of the day.