I have a habit of just deciding I want/need something, and then I go out and get it. This has been repeated countless times in my life, but right now it might be life-changing. I might get a dog. See, my family had a beloved German Shepherd who had to be put to sleep this past summer. I have always wanted a dog of my own, and I’ve waited for just the right time/dog. Well, my parents just adopted another Shepherd and now I’ve got the itch too! It’s 11:30 on a Friday night and I’ve been looking at canine rescue web sites and just submitted an application for an 8-week old German Shepherd mix. I feel like a puppy would be hard work, but I’m always home anyway and besides- wouldn’t it be good to get a puppy who could grow up and respect a cat, rather than adopt a middle-aged cat killer Shepherd? I know this is really impulsive, but I have such a desire for a dog to run with, take for car rides, hike with, etc. Some of my best decisions I’ve ever made have been opportunities that just dropped in my lap like this one. I’ll keep everyone posted.