I grew up with all kinds of animals - dogs, cats, horses, cattle, turkeys, and even a goat! I love animals and they seem to love me. I've worked with animals that have "issues." I can't tell you how many times I go to meet a pet and the owner tells me their pet (especially cats) are very shy of people. Usually within about 10-15 minutes of sitting and chatting with the owner the animal will come out and sit next to me. My biggest success story is a beautiful Siamese cat that was on the road to euthanasia because he would viciously attack for apparently no reason. I patiently worked with him and in about six months he was approachable. Of course I fell in love with him and adopted him. He's now 10 years old and greets everyone at the door. I also have experience giving medications, insulin shots, and administering subcutaneous fluids. I do believe animals have feelings and, just like people, we need to be respectful of them. It's also our responsibility to keep them safe and treat them with care.