Pets have been a part of my family all my life. Numerous dogs, mainly mutts populated our country home. Over the years we've had many cats all with varied temperaments. Whenever a pet died it was like losing a human family member. I have a fairly large home and yard in a safe neighborhood. Every neighbor is a pet owner so we all help to catch or secure each others escaped pets from time to time. We have a very nurturing home where our pet makes his bed most places he chooses. We have had him for the past 12 years. He roams in and out of the house at his leisure. We've had a few scares when he became ill, but after a visit to the vet he pulled through. Lots of rubs, hugs and lap sitting goes on in this family with our pet. Pets need touch just like people. Not sure who gets the most comfort in this. We all love animals and can't imagine our family without having at least one in our home. I would love to offer this care and attention to other pets.