We have a loving family that will cuddle your pooch, play with your pooch, go for walks on the beach, and respect any rules you have for their care. We used to have two spaniel mixes, so we aren't new to dogs in the house. We'll get another dog some day, but aren't ready for the full time commitment yet. We live close to the beach, so if the weather's decent, your dog will get some beach walks. My 9 year-old daughter is a huge animal lover who misses her old dogs very much, so she'll love having canine visitors and will shower them with attention. We also have a 4 year-old cat who will mostly avoid your dog. He has a window shelf where he will spend most of his time.