Do you have a trust worthy friend or family member who actually has the time to do this, or wouldn't even mind doing this? For me this would be the ideal solution, since you would know the person and feel confident that they can take care of your dog in your absence. Another idea would be a neighbor that you've had for several years, and maybe have become good friend with along with the dog who wouldn't mind dong this as well. I'm not a huge fan of hiring someone you don't know to care for your dog, or even give access to your home. Yes, there are services out there that seem reliable enough, but I have to be honest I still wouldn't feel comfortable using one.
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