I have had dogs in my immediate family for 10+ years and while my dogs have a special place in my heart, there is plenty more room for others! I do not have dogs in my home at the moment, but instead have a lovely kitty who acts a lot like a dog... My own dogs now live with my parents in their home, and I have experience giving them medications and caring for them when they are sick. I live in Grand Rapids for school and plan to stay in the area once I graduate next year. I currently work 12 hour shifts in a healthcare setting on a very randomized schedule throughout the week. However, the days I have off I am typically free all day long!