When I was a kid, I always imagined that having a dog would be the answer to everything in life. Yes, maybe a tad simplistic, but life sure is good when there's a dog around. In high school, I volunteered regularly at the local shelter, helping with bathing, grooming, walking, and playing. My volunteer work continued through college. In grad school, I adopted a dog of my very own, a corgi/shepherd puppy named Remy. During that time, I also dog sat for friends, classmates, and neighbors. I have cared for dogs of all ages, from puppies through seniors. My beloved Remy passed away in 2014. We recently said goodbye to our sweet Martin, a lab/pointer mix who passed away in December 2016. Both Remy and Martin were 16 y/o. Because of my recent experience in eldercare with Remy and Martin, I prefer to care for senior dogs (10 y/o and above) whose energy levels are low. Since Martin had kidney disease, I am familiar with feeding homemade diets and with administering sub-cutaneous fluids. I am well versed with the complexities of elder dog care, from tracking meals/water/stool to administering oral meds and injectables to managing doggie dementia, deafness, blindness, and night time anxiety. Your old friend will be in good care and company and receive plenty of love and attention. I am a Realtor by profession, so I'm "connected", accessible, and happy to provide regular updates while you're away.