We LOVE dogs. Our 8 and 10 year old daughters love dogs, too! We are proud owners of a well-trained 3 year old Brittany Spaniel and an older schnauzer. We prefer dogs over 18 months old who are energetic but not hyper ALL the time. We like dogs who don't drool much. Gentle giants are great. We love most breeds (bulldogs and huskies not so much). We have an active lifestyle, a huge backyard on a 1/4 acre lot with a fenced yard. There is plenty of shade. I run, rollerblade, and bike with my dog. I'd be more than happy to walk your dog or take him/her to the dog park close by. I've trained River dog to stay, heel, follow behind my bike, leave an object, leave other dogs alone, get back on the sidewalk, and sit. Please let us take great care of your dog! I can respond quickest after 4:15pm on the weekdays, and anytime on the weekends. I always respond to you within 2.5 hours or sooner.