I Have had 4 dogs in the last 45 years. I also help my daughter with her dog on my lunch break and weekends when she needs me. I watch relatives dogs when needed. I put my last dog down a little over a year ago. I would love another dog but my husband would like a little break for now. I figure this is the next best thing until I can have a dog of my own again. I love going for walks and having a furry friend to walk with makes it so much better. I have owned a toy poodle, a Benjie looking dog, a cocker spaniel, and a miniature collie. I have watched a pittbull, Maltese, cocker spaniels, springer spaniel and a beagle hound dog mix.