I grew up on a horse boarding farm so I've been around animals all my life. I've had experience with hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, dogs, cats, and horses. I have a little Maltese bishon/ shiatsu at home. I'm also at home almost full time. I have my 3 month old son with me 24/7 so any pets that come over have to be good with babies and same goes for anywhere i take him with me. We have a big yard that animals can run around in, its not fenced though, keep in mind. I also live right next to a lot of walking trails. Otherwise animals are a blessing and amazing creatures to spend time with because no one likes being lonely either, humans or animals.