Eric’s love for dogs began when he was 8 years old with his first dog, a black Lab named Buddy. Buddy lived to the ripe old age of sixteen and shortly thereafter Eric got his own dog, an Australian Shepard named Bailey. Eric & Bailey became inseparable and everywhere that Eric went Bailey was right there with him. Unfortunately Bailey’s time with Eric was cut short after only two and a half years. However, a couple of years later, Eric went full in and got sister Australian Shepard puppies - Sophie & Ellie. Eric is so kind and loving with his girls and he goes to no end, to make sure that they have all the necessary toys and all the comforts of first class living, in order to be happy & healthy. Eric regularly takes the girls hiking and swimming and makes sure they get all of his attention on a daily basis. Eric harbors an innate, special care and loving concern for dogs that many people lack. I wish that I possessed the same treasure trove of love and affection that Eric has and continually showers Sophie & Ellie and other dogs with. I have no doubt that Eric would do a phenomenal job in providing the utmost love, care and protection over any dog he was entrusted with. Eric clearly understands how important it is to correctly handle and take care of God’s favorite animal!