Loving dog owner with large welcoming home and easy connection with dogs. I've owned dogs all my life, both large and small, relaxed and high strung. I am very educated about dog behavior and brains, and set realistic expectations. I will not hit or use bark collars for behavior control. I currently own two dogs who are loving and non aggressive. I have birthed and raised puppies, taken in rescues, cared for elderly, dying, and injured dogs. I walk my dogs on the fox river trail, but also around my josten park neighborhood. I believe strongly that dogs are our full companions in real relationships with us and should never be treated as if they don't feel or experience emotions. They deserve commitment and love.