I have owned and cared for dogs almost my entire life. After my "Little B" passed a couple years ago, I realized that my lifestyle wouldn't be suitable to get another dog right now as I do a lot of traveling. So... I have been dog sitting and walking for many friends and neighbors since retiring from teaching three years ago and that gives me my "dog fix." I have plenty of time to care for other dogs (or any animals) and feel well-qualified to give any dog the care it needs (and exactly as the owner wishes). I only allow one owner's pet(s) at a time to devote all of my attention to their care. When animals meet me, they know that I care about them!