I grew up around dogs my entire life from small dogs to large dogs I've taken care of them. I would adopt all of the shelter dogs if I could. I find comfort in caring for animals, I feel like the better your dog feels the better I feel. We currently have one 10year old border collie/lab and one 10 month old black lab. I once rescued a 12 year old black lab that was chained his entire life - for so long he could no longer walk. I rehabilitated him and he was like a 12 year old puppy. He would run and jump and play with toys. He only survived 3 more years but I guarantee they were the best years of his life. I get so much enjoyment to see dogs happy and healthy (plus they get you off the couch) and keep us healthy!