Originally Posted by Carleton Hughes

Well now Sport,you think of it in this fashion........

After the girlfriend is gone you'll have a true friend who will always greet y'all with enthusiasm,will not criticise you and will keep you company at night.

Of course there are strings attached,unqualified love,training,regular walkings and feedings but these things sometimes beat to hell all the problems of interacting with the human species.

Best of luck,and remember......there are no bad dogs,just careless owners.