My name is Tarin, and I grew up my whole life having dogs in the house. Growing up, my family bred, raised, trained, and showed AKC show dogs (Staffordshire Bull Terriers). It was a wonderful hobby, and a way to learn about dogs and bond as a family! We cared for puppies, all the way through to very-special needs dogs. Though I no longer have a dog of my own, I have lived with roommates' dogs and taken care of them when roommates are out of town. I also frequently host my mom's dog when she travels, a somewhat temperamental shih tzu ;) In the past few years, I have dog-sat and helped out friends with their mainly small dogs. I am totally familiar and comfortable with small to medium dogs, as that is where my experience is in!