We currently have an almost two year old standard goldendoodle and we've helped care for our extended family's dogs over the years of various of sizes including a husky, a pit-boxer mix, jack Russel terrier, cairn terrier, and a morkie. We have also helped neighbors out with their dogs and cats over the years when they've been out of town. I personally had cats growing up but my husband was raised with dogs and has experience with training.