I have always had a dog in my life. Growing up with dogs and other animals taught me much about caring for something else other than me. Our pets were seen as a member of our family and treated as such. I currently own 2 dogs. Dakota, a Aussie, was a rescue senior dog (5 yrs old) and had been dropped off at a shelter due to the family not being able to afford him. We adopted him and within a week he started to have seizures. We now know that this was probably why he was taken to the shelter. We have managed his episodes throughout the years and nurture, love and hold him when a seizure occurs. He is now much older now and slowing down as we see the signs of age setting in. We stand committed to him until he passes on. Lucy Lou is a Pitbull/Chow/Semoyd mix, age 2. We adopted her at 3 months. She has been a huge help to Dakota and helped to pull him out of his shell. He now plays freely with her and they are very, very close, always together. Since Lucy is much younger she hikes with me on long distances, swims very well and loves, loves, loves to run.

It is never about "my style" or method. This is YOUR pet, your family member. What works in my home with my pets may not work in yours. "My Style" is to honor your directives of what is best for you and your pet. I get that every dog is uniquely different in temperament and personality, and that you know your dog better than me. I certainly am open to sharing what has worked for me and open to any and all suggestions. Lastly, I like to play, walk, run, hike, swim with my dogs. I am extremely active with them as I believe exercise, getting out of the house and walking in nature is very beneficial for their hearts, minds and bodies.