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  Though I absolutely know how you feel, I also understands your aunts position.  She doesn't feel the same way we feel about our dogs.  When I'm asked to someones house for the weekend and I know they are not as receptive to my dog as I am, I thank them kindly and refuse because I cannot leave my dog alone for so long.  Either they tell me its ok to bring Desi and if not, then I don't go or I look for someone to stay with her.  
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 Nedda & My Girls Desi & Millie & my boy Ricky
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