[Mia and Wickett]

I grew up with boxers that were part of the family. Our last one bonded to me, and even slept in the same bed with me. We had a very strong bond. Sadly, one Christmas Eve I had a very very bad asthma attack and was hospitalized for a week. The conclusion was severe allergies to cats and dogs. That meant that my little buddy had to go. I felt so guilty, and even worse watching my family suffer.
Ever since, I've sadly lived a dog-free exisance. I tried all manner of alternative pets: iguanas, hedgehogs, and finally parrots. They are intelligent and complex beings. The feel deeply, and form such close bonds with their owners. I was blessed with a cockatoo and an amazon. While they were great company and entertainment, they weren't quite dogs. I basically resolved myself to having to live without one.
Then, at a frend's bar-be-que I played with his yorkie. I got no allergies, no itching, rednessm, no shortness of breath, nothing AT ALL!!!
SO that started my quest for a yorkie. I found the perfect little guy that came from a very loving home. He loves snuggling with me and giving me kisses. He's so very affectionate. Most importantly, he doesn't make me sick. And even more important is how loving he is. He wants to share in whatever I do, and wherever he goes, he runs right back to me to give me kisses. If i leave home he whines for me. I know part of it is that he's a puppy and misses his mom, but it touches my heart to be so wanted and needed. And it feels sooooooooo great to come home and have this precios little guy all excited to see me.
I hadn't realized how much I missed having the love of a dog around. I'm so happy right now. Wickett was just what I needed.
We also take really cute naps together. Totally my kind of dog. I'm in love, and SO VERY HAPPY!!!!! This is a REALLY big deal for me.