My Kids Want a Dog

I have always been a “dog person” but I really didn’t have a choice in the matter because I am one of those lucky people that has multiple allergies. You name it and I am probably allergic to it; and among this laundry list of allergies is a severe allergy to cats. While I have always secretly dreamed of sharing my home with a feline, I do have the option of having a dog. But what kind? Over the years I have had many different kinds dogs, from mutts to pure breeds…and I’m not sure what I would choose if I decided to once more go ahead and make a commitment to share my home with a dog.

My kids bring up the idea in different ways through out the week and they are relentless in their quest to make mom “see the light.” They talk about the days when we had our beautiful Bichon and how sweet and good natured he was. They reminisce about some of his most endearing qualities and remind me of just how much I loved him. He was a pure delight, always lifting our spirits when we were down and making us laugh with his quirky little habits. But the more they talk about him, the more I could never replace him with another Bichon. He was just too special to me and it breaks my heart to have to tell them no. Maybe I am warming up once again to the idea of having another dog, but again…what kind? What kind of dog do you share your home with when you lived with and loved the most special dog in the world? I feel that all dogs pale in comparison to him and in a way, think that maybe I would just spend my time comparing the new pup and feeling disappointed if he didn’t measure up to the legend that I have created in my mind about Chuka.