I've had dogs my entire life, and work for a premium pet food company. As of now I currently own two dogs under two years old each,and an older cat that pretty much keeps to herself. Both dogs are very social and submissive. All my animals were rescued; Beastie Boy is afraid of men (as he was violently abused by one) but gets along with women and other animals. Paisley is a huge goofball who gets along with anyone and everyone. I have volunteered at dog shelters and have taken obedience classes with multiple dogs. They're members of the family and my roommate and I treat them as such. Paisley is allergic to poultry, so we avoid any food or treats that my trigger a reaction.