I've been a dog lover my entire. My wife and I grew up around dogs. We currently have a loving 3 year-old Rottweiler who is well socialized with both dogs and people and loves a good tug of rope challenge. We live in a house with a large gated yard with lots of room to run around. I rescued my first dog at the age of 11 and took care of him from the time he was a puppy until the day he passed 14 years later. He was my best friend and my loyal companion who taught me how to love and take care of other living creatures. I believe dogs are a part of the family and should be treated with love and kindness.