I'm a school nurse and I go back in two weeks.. I dread it so bad. She is deffinately not used to the crate anymore. I guess I'll let her roam and see how that goes. I will puppy proof mostly everything before I go back so that she is safe. I also have a sheltie and he keeps her company.. I will try and come home during lunch when I can to check on her... I will miss her though..