I don't know if I can express how much I love dogs. I own three myself and take excellent care of them so I understand the nerves associated with leaving them for long periods of time. I have volunteered at the Humane Society running and walking with the dogs for 2-3 years. I have a law degree but spent the last 20 years raising my 4 children. Wit just one left at home II now have lots of time to turn my energies elsewhere.