For about 7 years I lived with someone who had a labrador/retriever cross guide dog, and looked after the dog when its owner was unwell. I grew up with a border collie who was 6 months younger than I was and had a strong bond with that dog for about 14 years. Over the years I have walked other people's dogs, but never for any money. I also enjoy walking and am lucky to live in a village with nice walks around it, even with fields specifically for dog walkers to use. I am not a fast walker but enjoy walking several miles. I'm looking for dogs with a nice nature who have already been given basic training to walk. I love cats as well. Mine was sadly run over last year, but a neighbour's cats like to spend most of their time in my garden.