If you want a friend, get a dog

Life changed in December 2003 with addition of Baxter (pic), our male cairn terrier puppy. We did not get him from a breeder. Tried that route with Norwich Terrier, but they wanted an agreement could come take him anytime if we did any number of things. No can do. Stopped at puppy store to look at breeds, without intending to purchase. But fell in love. Sleeping under a dachshund was a little cairn - and the rest is history. Won't get to do AKC or Cairn Terrier Club of America, but agree that can't continue bloodline - so no pups for my pup. Has a tattoo to prove it - the male symbol.

The saying is right ... if you want a friend, get a dog.