I have grown up with dogs my entire life. This is the first time in my life that I haven't had a dog to care for myself. I have had breeds from Lhasa's, German Shepards to a Newfoundland. I also helped my sister for several years in her dog sitting business. Now it's my turn! Give me shot!! I am a very dependable, stay at home mother of two children, but I still need a dog to love!!