I have raised more than one hound from puppyhood and they couldn't have turned out better. Respectful, aware, and sweet is how they both turned out. In more intensive care of animals. I watched over and medicated an older diabetic gentle giant named Zeke. I had to administer insulin shots twice/day and he eventually went blind before his passing. This meant he came to work with me and did everything else, literally right by my side. We were the silly leading the blind. Once he passed. I nestled him in the ground and planted a peach tree in his honor. Animals have a way of getting to my core emotions.