I have always been a dog lover. Since my childhood I have had dogs of all breeds- small and large. My last guy was a miniature schnauzer who I received as a gift from my father upon graduating college. I received him on Christmas morning at 10 weeks old. He was a wonderful companion and lived a long and healthy 16 years. I saw my puppy become an old man and lost him in 2013. He was a wonderful loving dog and I really do miss him. Since becoming a mother to two children, I have had less time to dedicate to having another dog join our family. So helping you out will also give me my doggie fix! I look forward to loving your buddy when you are unable to be there to do it yourself. I have no problem scratching behind the ears, rubbing under the neck and on the belly all to get a happy dog in the end!