I have retired twice. My first retirement was from from the Army at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. The second time was from the FAA where I had served as an Aviation Safety Inspector. Several dogs and a couple cats have been part of my life since I was a young child. In more recent years, my late better-half brought home four dogs who had been abused and one stray cat. They all had special needs and required a lot of special care, but it was worth every bit of it. After she passed away, I retired and moved to Florida. Now I live in a community where it is impossible for me to have a pet. So, caring for your pet is more than just a business arrangement . It's also my chance to interact with a four legged friend.