I put the needs of the dog before my own! I believe each dog is special and their unique needs are so interesting. Their quirks and behavior is more natural to me than a humans. They all deserve the most petting and love anyone can give. I'm the girl who talks to the dogs and I'm not ashamed. I remember all the names of the dogs that live around me and look forward to running into them. I watch my neighbor's 4 yr old lab often, I've cared for two litters of puppies until they were adopted, I have taken care of my parent's 10yr old Shepherd mix her whole life and I have my own two pups who never leave my sides except for when I go to work. Canines have been a focal point in my life for a very long time and I want to expand my ability to care for them.