I have been around and owned dogs my whole life. As a recent empty nest-er, I am looking rewarding way to spend my time and give your dogs attention, love and quality time! I have always loved dogs and I remember when I was young, my cousin had a dachshund named Pickles. Pickles would not let anyone touch him, if they tried - he would always growl and snap if they even came near him. People would avoid him but not me - I won him over slowly and he never once even tried to nip me. I have a calming presence around dogs (maybe was one in a prior life). Your pets would be in excellent hands and it would be my honor to care for them.