I have always been dog/animal lover, and grew up with pets. Same for my husband, but up until a couple years ago, he always put his foot down when it came to dogs in the house. We had two cats in our house since we built in '02, but it wasn't until our SIL got a yorkie, that DH even considered getting a little dog. Now, he is so completely besotted with love for our two boys, we can't stay away from them for more than a couple hours without pining for them! Yes, that is what this breed does to a person!