We had our brother smokey for 11 yrs we had to put him down when he had pollo. He was fun and i had fun everytime we played together... The store i worked at allows pets. Everyday i see dogs and the 0ccasional bird. I just always find myself asking and having more interest in the dogs. I love animals period. walking and playing with dogs is good and fun for us both. Why not spend the day with a 4 legged family member. I watched animal planet and we even taught my dogs tricks. He was walked 20 min after eating and always had water. 3 times a day. Whenever I visit someone if there is a pet you can find me with it.