[CJxDanielle]

Originally Posted by Britster

I am almost 20 years old and full time caretaker of Jackson. I didn't go straight to university though, and am attending community college still. I do still live at home with my mom, step-dad and sister but I have my own section of the house w/ bathroom, bedroom, living space, etc. I also don't really party, I have a few close knit friends and like to do movies, dinners, shopping, etc so I'm available often for Jackson. He is the center of my world, for sure I got him when I was 18, and wouldn't have changed a thing. I got him during my winter break so I had a good month to be with him, train him, bond with him. I think it's great and a perfect time to have a dog if you are responsible about it because you're not tied down to anything yet. Jackson will ALWAYS be a part of my family; when I get married, have kids (although not planning on any of this for a long time) and nothing will ever change that. We have a bond that can't be broken. I know a lot of people in college get a dog and then forget about it once their lives get too busy or have kids, etc. I have a few friends who could NEVER own a dog, LOL. They are totally not responsible enough. It's like having a kid... if I'm out with friends, I've gotta be sure to get home in time to let Jackson out, and I feel bad if I've been gone all day and then have to leave again, so I'd prefer to stay home with him, things like that!

Sounds just like me and Cody! Nice to know it can be done