I owned a dog (took care of) since I was old enough to walk. I had a German Shepherd/Rott mix. He was my best friend..he passed away when I was 10. Couple weeks later I got max, German Shepherd/border collie mix. He's still my best friend, but since I moved from home I have 2 cats of my own..but I love both cats and dogs. My cats love dogs as well, I have a few family member who have brought their dogs down to visit, and my cats have met max and they love him as well. Anyways, moral of that story is that I know how to properly take care of a dog of any stage, and cat of any stage as well. I trained my dogs to do many things, cats as well. But I'm very well with both, I love giving my furry family members attention, and let them know they're loved...so I'd appreciate it, if your fur baby could be a part of the furry family!!!