I have been around cats my entire life, through owning my own, watching others, and being around friends. I have had my current cat since I was 12 years old! I am also experienced with dogs. Most of my younger years I was only around other peoples dogs, but I have had my own, Cypress for about three years now. I love all doggies and respect each and every ones different temperaments. Much of my experience is with high energy dogs and pups, but I have also spent time with (including sitting and walking) older dogs.