I do not know a life without a dog. Grew up with them since I was a baby. I have a small dachshund (Frank) who loves to play with all other breeds (the bigger the better, Frank thinks he's a big guy) I can board over night in my home, and we love taking long walks everyday (and of coarse indoor play when bad weather occurs) We also love going to the dog park and for weekend walks at Tanglewoof. During the week I can do walks and check-ins before and after work. Weekends I have more flexibility for multiple check-ins/walks, and play time. I also have over an acre of un-fenced back yard for play closer to home (for those who are trained without a lease of coarse)