I got my first dog when I was 14 years old under the strict rules that I take care of it. I did just that and here I am 29 years later being the crazy dog lady everyone warned you about. I have one boxer who is 10 years old that I love more than life itself! I have had him since he was 8 weeks old. He has been quite the handful with health issues from cardiomyopathy to seizures. I have done so much research with his health problems that our vet now jokes that I am going to take her job. I am well aware about bloat for deep chested breeds down to administering oral medications and separation anxiety. I also bell trained both my boxers. I will play and love your dog like they are my own and I must say I have mastered the picking up dog poop skill. I can honestly say that I have never met a dog that I didn't like, wish the same applied to humans. I am a stay at home dog mommy so my schedule is pretty flexible. I'm fortunate to say I am doing this more because of my love for dogs than the money even though that's a great perk as well! P.S. I love cats too!