While my experience is limited to my own dogs that I have had over the years, I love dogs and enjoy their company. I have had the pleasure of owning many dogs in my life, (mostly rescues). I currently have my old (16 yrs) Min-Pin living with us. He's grown into an old mellow fellow. He unfortunately has developed some health concerns at this stage of his life. He is vision as well as hearing impaired and has arthritis. For all that, he remains an important member of our family.