Can A Muslim Veterinarian Keep Dogs?

dridowu: Salam to my brothers and sisters in Islam, i dont know if this is allow in this thread but pardon me. I am a Muslim (not religion conscious) Practising Veterinarian (3yrs to present), i will like to know if Islam permit keeping of pets esp Dogs and moreover most of the animals that i treat on daily basis 90% are dogs, and i still have in mind having my own personal dogs as time goes on. Pls advise me according to the religion.
Once more pardon for posting this here and i will appreciate it if you can direct me to the question and thread.
Salam