The MIL thread and her mention of a hick town reminded me.
I have an OFFICIAL title now all my own. I am no longer known around town simply as "Mike's wife" or "Carol's daughter in law". Now I am known as, "That crazy lady that thinks her dog is human."
I have officially established my own identity. I am right proud of it too. (believe me there are far worse titles to be had in this town)
Seriously though, it DOES make me feel a little better because everyone recognizes Susanah and knows that she belongs to me. So it puts me a little at ease if she were ever stolen or went missing.