I have two dogs - and they are my "little dogs" ----- definitely not my children. I raised my children years ago - and they are grown and have families and pets of their own. Personally, I love my little "dogs" - especially because they are dogs and have the traits that dogs have...... the special love and loyality - always happy to see us - forever ready to go with us wherever we go -- and so much more ------ "not really like children at all!"
But, of course, children are wonderful too --- I certainly enjoyed raising mine.
I think of my dog's relationship as being "best friends" --- they sleep together - and play together all day long. They usually eat together -- and there is no doubt that they are very good friends.
Carol Jean |