[beady]

Well, Novelchick...I guess we will have to agree to disagree...You obviously do not wish to interact with animals and I cannot imagine being without them.

FYI....my dog doesn't jump or sniff in inappropiate places. Like everything else in life there are responsible animal owners and irresponsible same.

Also, consider the many animals that are in service to disabled folks who's lives would be so much more difficult without them.....perhaps a few dog and cat hairs are a small price to pay for independence and freedom. Not to mention the service animals that visit nursing homes and hospitals. Studies show that the positive effect of those visits are immense. All the more reason to love our 4 legged creatures.
Just my opinion.