In the 45 years my wife and I have been together, we have never not had a dog...until now. Our most recent friend passed away in September at the age of 14, and we miss her terribly. But...I have to admit that life is simpler now. And if you enjoy traveling, things get easier exponentially. With pet sitters or boarding services charging $50 a day, or more, taking an extended trip can really add up quickly. While I have no doubt that we will someday have another dog in our lives, for now we'll enjoy the freedom that comes with not having to worry about the needs of a pet when that spontaneous weekend trip comes along.
Without question, there is nothing like seeing the happy face of your little friend when you walk in the door. As they say, you can lock your dog and your wife in the trunk of your car...four hours later, only the dog will be happy to see you! But, at least for now, we're going to enjoy the freedom of being dog-less...we'll see how long it lasts.
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