About: As a USMC veteran and lifelong dog owner, I know what it means to be there for your buddy. I'll bring that same commitment to caring for yours. I work from home full-time, which means your dog will have plenty of attention, supervision, and companionship throughout the day. 🐾 I have over 30 years of hands-on experience caring for my own dogs. Additionally, through my volunteer rescue work as a dog adoption coach and dog handler, I've gained experience working with a wide variety of breeds, sizes, ages, and temperaments. 🐾 My wife, Ellen, is a former Humane Law Enforcement Officer and lifelong animal lover with years of experience caring for both dogs and cats. Together, we share a passion for animal welfare. 🐾 We currently share our home with two rescue dogs and three indoor cats. We know that every pet has different needs, routines, and comfort levels. Our goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and loving environment where your pet feels at home while you're away. 🐾 If you think we'd be a good fit, I'd love to meet you and your buddy. We can talk about your dog's routine, personality, and any questions you may have before booking. 🐾 We hold all meet-and-greets at the dog-friendly neighborhood park right across the street from our home. We do this because it's a neutral place where everyone can relax, get to know each other, and make sure we're all a good fit before bringing a new dog into our home. It also gives me a chance to observe your dog's body language and get to know them in a low-pressure setting. 🐾 Thank you for considering us to care for your buddy. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your trust and hope to meet you both soon. Toby works from home full time, so your dog always has a real person present and engaged throughout the day. No empty houses, no lonely pups. Our yard is fully fenced and secure. Toby is home all day, so your dog is never unsupervised. We have First Aid and CPR training, and between Toby's work at Labs and More and Ellen's background in Humane Law Enforcement, your dog is in experienced hands from drop-off to pick-up.