I am a mother to a two year old boy and a 7 year old Staffordshire Terrier. I grew up with a peekapoo and a Dachshund/ Doxen mix. They both have passed now from old age , they were around when I was a baby ! They both had many different health issues as they got older so I am very use to be sensitive with elderly and sick dogs. Also administering medications. I have had parrots, rabbits, fish, and reptiles. I love all of them and enjoy getting to know their unique personalities. I can just relax with your animals or we can spend time driving down river road. I enjoy taking them to pet stores because that tends to excite them with so much too see.