As Lucy's mom, I have had the benefit of seeing her interact with animals over the years. She has been an animal lover from a very early age to the point where I thought her career path would one day take her to working with an Animal Rescue group or at a vet. She is at her happiest when around animals and animals can certainly sense that from her. Lucy is very loving with our 2 dogs and I never worry when they are in her care. At the same time, she tries to provide some structure and training when working with our dogs so it's not a free for all. When she comes home for visits, she enjoys taking them for walks and basically being their care taker. ....Lucy worked at a Doggie Daycare facility when she was just out of high school so had the responsibility for caring for many dogs in a very small space, not easy work. I know I am her mom, but any pet would be lucky to have Lucy care for them!