Iv have a great relationship with dogs from the moment I was born. The therapy dog after my open heart surgery at 18 months, to the golden retriever I came home to and grew up with until I was 8, to the golden retriever I have raised from a puppy to now. I always have had a special bond with any dog as if they know me without ever meeting them. Iv had a good experience with putting my current golden retriever through puppy training and have picked up a few dog handling skills. I am an athlete that is highly energetic for those dogs who seem to have endless energy and friendly, but I am also very pacient with those dogs who are more shy and timid, give it some time and I promise no matter what, every dog will feel comfortable and love me by the time our "bonding" time is up!