I have owned dogs and cats my whole life - I have experience of looking after many different breeds - German Shepherds, Highland Terriers, Jack Russells, Cockapoos, Staffies, Border Collies, Greyhounds, Whippets. I grew up with German Shepherds - my dog sadly passing around 5 years ago. I am used to large dogs as well as small and have an aptitude for gaining trust in our canine friends. Currently, I have two domestic cats who are pampered like princesses and I wouldn't have it any other way. They're sisters and 10 years old now. I work as a psychiatric liaison nurse in A&E departments however have spent most of my career working on inpatient mental health wards. The value of PAT (Pets As Therapy) has been experienced by myself first hand. My retirement goal is to become a PAT dog trainer. Unfortunately, my housing situation is such that currently, I do not access to a secure garden and therefore am unable to own a dog.