Understanding an animal, a dog to be exact, is a quality that I believe I was born with. There could be no other explanation as to why I am so drawn to these furry four-legged creatures. I am playful, gentle when necessary, and a lover of the outdoors. My Shih-tzu, Chloe, loves to play and be rubbed. I've found that's common with most other dogs. I love being around her, even if we are doing something as calm as watching tv while I stroke her head or belly. The thing I fear most is losing her. This almost prevented me from getting her. The love I found I could provide her, exceeded my fear and now I'm a happy mommy, and she's a happy dog.