When I was born, in Venezuela, my family & I lived in a home with a lot of land. My dad would rescue dogs from the streets, treat them if they were ill & offer them food, water and shelter. We ended up w/ literally 17 dogs at one time. When we moved to the United States, I was 3 yrs old & I have had at least one dog every single year I have been alive. My parents taught me all there is to know about dogs because they are dog-lovers as well. Currently, I have an 11 yr old Pomeranian and an almost-one yr old Jack Russel Terrier. They are my life. I actually take my dogs almost everywhere...dog beach, work, dog-friendly restaurants, parks, friend's homes etc.