I like dogs, they like me. I am firm enough that they go where I want them to go and flexible enough that they get to smell the rose (or whatever their nose happens to find). I set my own hours, so I have a large degree of flexibility. I live by Lake Nokomis and like to walk around that. There is also a great dog park nearby if the dog gets along with other dogs. If they do, they absolutely love this park, and it a great joy to watch them love it Not a big fan of small dogs, unless they are baby big dogs. All dogs bark and I prefer a deeper bark. :) I have had several Golden Retrievers and they are my preferred breed.