Before I get into the reason we are all here, just know i am a firefighter and i work a 24 hours on and 48 off with some OT, so availability ranges and differs week to week. I have had dogs all my life within my family, thats why i said 15 years, even though ive had dogs longer than that, i feel maybe thats around when i really started taking care of my pets. From retrievers and labs, pitbulls and shepherds. I've always been able to make quick connections with any pet, especially dogs in my life. A few years ago I had the pleasure of finally getting my own personal puppy. He today is my best friend! I have an unbreakable bond with him and the same will be for your pup! My "puppy" is a 3 year old Australian Shepherd mini named Grunt.