I have loved and owned dogs since a child and have experience with dogs ranging from 9 pound Havanese to 165 pound Saint Bernards. Taking one of my Springer Spaniels years ago to achieve her TDI (Therapy Dog International) degree, I have always taken special time and care to provide obedience training and am currently training my Golden Retriever puppy who will be testing for his CGC in a few weeks. I also have mostly done all the grooming with my dogs. Believing in positive reinforcement and love and praise, I have always had positive results with working with dogs, be it walking them around the block, playing ball in the back yard, or just sitting on the sofa rubbing their tummies while watching TV. I'm that lady that all the dogs seem to come to for petting and attention ... I guess they know I'm an animal lover! I will give your pet as much love and attention possible so they will be comfortable while being away from you. Being fortunate enough to be home during the day, your dog will not be in a crate all day, but rather, be with me and my pup while under my care. My home is definitely pet friendly and is clean and flea free!