Let me start by saying I have loved dogs all my life. At any given time as a child we had 5 to 7 dogs. As the youngest child they were my companions because my older sisters were always busy. I'm in my 50s and my 21 year old twin daughters live at home with me. They love dogs as much as I do! I have picked up poop, bathed, groomed and walked my dogs and other people's dogs for years. I get more from it I think than the pouches do. Taking care of your pouch will be a great experience for me and your dog!!