Why would you want a dog?

I could give you hundreds of reasons but would like your views on the subject.

 

Heres my twopenneth :

Gets me out of the house on cold wet days
Offers a level of security around the garden/house
Gets me out and about socially - training, competitions (watching now)
Companionship / loyal 'friends'

 

I wouldn't.

 

Me neither......might as well have a child. Lots of other reasons to get outside.

 

Because I've had one since I was 3 yrs old, but not the last 6 yrs, something is missing.

 

I would love another dog, however due to work commitments it would not be fair on the dog. So we volunteer for the hearing dogs and look after dogs that are in training and pick them up on the way home from work and drop them off for their training in the morning on the way to work.

We get the company of the dog without the worry of who would look after it when we are out at work.

 

Why would you want a dog? The old joke is , If you lock your wife and dog in the boot of the car for an hour . Only one will be pleased to see you

 

Because my current pet is so disobedient.

 

Yuck....child !

 

There has always been a dog or dogs in my life. For several years I did voluntary home vetting for an animal rescue center, FOAL farm near Biggin Hill Kent. I had two alsatians from there, great animals. We also had other dogs. Our last one being a Border Collie bitch. She came from working stock as a pup. Real crazy. Left her alone one evening. Returned home to find she had tried eating her way out of the front door. So many stories to tell about her. On holiday I tried her out at shephering. I was the novice. She had it in her blood. Sadly after fourteen years with us, the vet had to be called, as poor Lady had got the doggy altzshiemers. I bawled my eyes out. At the same time I heard the song. Time to, say goodbye. As much as I love dogs and all animals. I have had enough heartbreaks. For those with pets. Take good care of them. They really are worth the effort.

 

Is that a collie dog ?