hello; we live about a hour and a half from springfield out in the country. by a small town called jerico springs. we are 20 min. from any town, out in the country on 20 acres. we have a kennel and have appox 50 dogs and puppies. lots of puppies. we raise japanese chins and toy cockers. all are good natured and do not bite. the only worry would be to many kisses from them all. my husband and i are needing a good person to stay and watch our children (dogs) while we go on business trips. we have security surveliance but need some one to clean the pens which only takes 3 hours a day if your really slow. feed and make sure the water is working. and play with puppies. we have a nice home and a big screen tv. and if you like to fish we have a nice pond 50 yards from the house. if you would be intrested please let us know.