I am an animal and plant lover and can take care of both. I will need to bring my Border Collie with me. I am interested in something after May when ASU's calendar year ends. I am working on a book so I don't need to be near any specific university.I do not want to be in the desert which I am trying to escape. I will take good care of your home while you are away. Anywhere in Northern CA along the coast would be fine.