I would happily treat each animal as if they were my own. Ive always been a "dog person" and by that i mean anywhere i go that has pups, they all gravitate towards me, lay at my feet, listen well, etc. Wise man once said, dogs can feel out peoples energies and can tell a good person from a bad one. With that, i pride myself for the fact that dogs always gravitate to me bc i know they know im one of the good guys. I dont believe in strict punishment but dogs do need to be trained to some extent, which i would more than happily assist in if need be. Truth be , im also in it for the excersize that comes with caring for a dog bc it wouldnt hurt to lose a few pounds.