I worked as a veterinarian’s assistant for two years when I was a teenager. My whole life has been animal centric. After retiring from the Airlines, and since my daughter lives in Seattle and I am missing my grand doggy (Terrier Mix-JoJo) I need surrogates!!! I have donated my time to walk dogs at my local animal pound and I view animals just as important as people with feelings, emotions, and sensitivity. I understand that animals get stressed if left alone without their owner. I am eager to first bond with them in a calm manner, getting to know each other before we go paint the town red. Just like when I did daycare with children at my home, your furry friend/'child,' may not care when you come home- sorry/not sorry!? I have a few clients that are not from Rover, and many repeat clients. I have impeccable character references that I can send to you personally.