first you arrive here then look for a villa or apartment which suits your requirement...loads of real estate companies are here now...no particular dog parks here :) but you can take your dog out at corniche or beach side...pets are just not allowed in malls and shops....a government hospital is here with gud services but different ppl have difefrent experience with em so u will hear mixed comments...there are few private expensive hospitals and clinics with good services,,,alot of social groups here on QL plus QL members arrange group gatherings and parties so that u can interact with people from different countries and cultures...cooking,salsa,art classes etc etc...everything u will find here...usd 2500 are enough for food but it depends where u eat .... taxi is hard to find here...advance booking is suggested,,, car with a driver is really expensive...its easy to get driving license and a personal car here... petrol is cheap...cheaper then water and just a gps device in ur car..no need for a driver with his private car....hope all the above comments help too :)