I trained and worked with German Shepherd dogs while an infantry scout in the army. I have hunted birds with three different dogs. I understand and have worked with a variety of animals. I trained horses when I was young and have boarded two horses for three years when my children were young. I also have trained goats and honey bees. I also have interesting stories about communicating with cows and sheep. I have trained a Shih Tzu dog to do his business outside. I have walked my neighbors Black Lab, Bella. I have also walked my daughters Shih Tzu when visiting her. I am retired and want to own my own dog now that I can't travel as much as before. However, my wife doesn't want to have a dog, so I am interested to spend time with dogs by helping others care for their dogs.