about

I am 48 years old (yes that's old compared to some of you).


I have worked in nursing and/or healthcare management positions for 24 years. Primarily OB, Neonatal, Mental Health, Occupational Health and Geriatrics. In Jan 2008 I started my own business to board horses and do equine/human education. I am also a certified dog trainer.


I've been around the block so to speak and seem to be always helping others. I've been told that the reason people seek me out for advice is that I am approachable and caring. But on the same token even though I consider the person's feelings. I tell it like I see it. I've dealt with people in trouble with the law, dysfunctional families such as those with abuse & marriage problems. Not to mention problems with employees and employers.


I don't ever claim to know it all, and always keep an open mind.

advice

i want to get a puppy who gets along well with people and other dogs because i have an older dog, too. i want it to maybe be a small dog and one that won't be outragously expensive because i am 14 and i would probably have to pay myself. any ideas on a type i could look into buying? thanks!

I am almost through my dog training classes, and breed selection is one of the topics I am studying. Any kind of terrier probably wouldn't be the greatest choice, because some of them tend to be territorial and hyper with other dogs. A dog that might do well, and is usually lovable is a Shi Tzu. They are unexpensive around here anyway, and the best part is they hardly shed and usually have a relaxed temperment.

This is a good site that can help.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/index.htm

Best of luck!

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