I'm self-employed and usually work from home at least 90 to 95 percent of the time. I have a very well mannered, 14 years young German Shepherd mix. Despite his age, he still sports a healthy amount of spunk and loves to play. :) Pet movement within my home is restricted to 3 main areas--the main living area (living room, kitchen), the den (though this area is normally not accessible), and my room. All interior doors (hall bath and bedrooms, as well as the den) are otherwise closed. Care is taken to ensure each accessible room is pet friendly by not leaving food within reach of pets, by minimizing low objects that might be accidentally knocked over, and by addressing anything else that may be potentially risky to pets. The main play area is in the living room. The back yard can also be used for this but not all pets are comfortable with the desert landscaping (namely, the rocks--there are no cacti or whatnot). Additionally, there's a nearby park that is great for walks and I make occasional trips to the dog park (usually a couple of times per week)--all depending on the activity level and temperament of the pet(s) in question.