Pet owners, both dog and cat, are amazed at how quickly their pets take to me. I have been called an animal whisperer several times. Dogs: I was raised with Dobermans for 15 years & often care for friends pets from time to time. Cats: I have had several cats, and I currently care for 2 neighborhood feral cats. I enjoy playing with pets very much and building a friendship by talking to them. I love to play tug of war with big dogs by using my mouth and not my hands. Being a big guy makes that possible. I also love to see the trust in an animal grow as I talk to them and give words of encouragement that I am ok. That special bond is so refreshing. Additionally it may be convenient that I am also very handy and can fix things that you may wish were working better to make your or your pet's life better.