I've grown up around animals, specifically dogs since I was a little girl. Currently I have a 8 yr old Golden Retriever and a 6 month old German Shepherd. Before Bella and Bronson I raised a Pekinese, named annabelle, who in her elder years required extensive care throughout the day. I am usually surrounded by dogs every single day and have experienced all kinds of breeds of dogs. I am not intimated by a giant dog, nor a ten pound lap dog. Also, My friends call me the "Fur Mama" because I'm their go to caretaker for their furry friends.