I have had a dog in my life for as long as I can remember. Our family dogs always have gravitated toward me as their primary caregiver, even as a young kid. I love dogs! I believe they are part of the family and we treat our own dog like she is one of our kids! I believe in letting dogs be free in the house and we encourage couch snuggles! I am home full-time with my kids, who are also dog lovers and are well-versed in proper dog handling. We have a peke-a-poo in the home who barks a bit at first but then is a lovebug. We have watched a few other dogs and she always gets along with them. I have the time, love and patience to care for dogs in my home and of course to have fun with them!