"You are now responsible for a living, breathing creature; another life" said a wise family member to me upon adoption of my dog. That day forward I swore to remind myself that my pet is NOT a "shiny new toy," but rather a responsibility I have undertaken to raise, nurture, and protect. I take pride as a dog owner in assuring my dog receives a quality life full of continuous exercise, a healthy diet, and unconditional love. These values are ones I hold true to my clients dogs as well. My experience with dogs is as follows: St Francis Animal Hospital (Kennel position), local Friend and family dog sitter, 5+ year dog owner.