AlleyGator wrote:

> Denise~* > wrote:
>
>>We always had "stupid" but "loving" doggies while growing up (little
>>mix-breeds of cockapoos & such. They would never hurt a soul.
>>
>>I miss having a doggie, but right now life is too busy. Maybe when the
>>boy-child gets old enough to help, we will get him his own "first
>>doggie". Has to be a lap-dog though. :-)
>
> Denise, Lord what can I say? Even a "stupid" dog is a blessing. Do
> you have (apparently) small children?. Dang, get a dog. Your kids
> will hug you and say "thanks mom" someday. I swear to God, you won't
> regret it. My son is almost 20 and still pines fer the Lab that used
> to knock him on his butt with the tail. Dogs are a gift from God - I
> am convinced. I am CERTAIN that dogs are a special breed of animal
> with no other likeness in the universe - bar none. If you can change
> my mind about this, go for it - I'm pretty sure I can kick your butt.

He is almost 3, but seriously, Id rather wait till he is a little older
and I have less to deal with. Right now I dont think I could handle a
small child & a pet. Plus to get a puppy nowadays, you have to
practically empty your bank account.

Denise~* > wrote:
>He is almost 3, but seriously, Id rather wait till he is a little older
>and I have less to deal with. Right now I dont think I could handle a
>small child & a pet. Plus to get a puppy nowadays, you have to
>practically empty your bank account.
>
>
Seems that a lot of times there is very little difference between a
dog and a 2 year old - They both need a huge amount of attention.
You're right, it's a big job.