I got my first dog when I was 4 years old, his name was Tigger and I loved that dog more than words could hope to express. Sadly Tigger is no longer with us but I learned a lot from growing up with him. Tigger got diabetes as he aged so me and my family are familiar with administering insulin shots, we know how to deal with ear infections, we have helped another one of our dogs recover from a two hind leg paralyzation (this sounds fake but it is a true story ask me about Bully) and recently helped Chica recover from IMHA which required time sensitive oral medication administration. We've had dogs growing up my entire life. Both smaller dogs (mini dobermans and mini doberman mixes, and maltese dogs) and large dogs (lab mixes, doodles, golden retrievers and rottweilers) because my family has always loved having pets around. Through Rover we have watched many many new breeds as well and each one has been a joy and educational experience for all of us. Currently we have a senior English Cocker Spaniel named Chica and she's incredibly chill and spends most of her days napping or sunbathing. She grew up with two other dogs so she is very friendly around other dogs.