I've always grown up with dogs around, and we have two dogs in our family home now. I've done dog sitting on and off for friends who have needed it, the longest stay being a week in the home while the family went on vacation. I love animals, love taking them outdoors for walks or runs, tossing the ball around, or going to play with other dogs. If they are more indoor animals, a day of playing in the house and belly rubs are good too!