Give us an idea of your price range first. Also, the size of the dogs. Having that in mind, most C's over about 27 feet have rear bedrooms.
If it's just you, sometimes you can make do with a unit without slides. These days, finding one like that well cared for can be a bargain as most people want more space. But, once you own it, you have to sell it sometime.
Certainly, floor space with big dogs becomes the issue, little one's tend to be up on the couches and chairs.
The Ford V10 is a great engine, I had one in my Regency and loved it. That was a 2006 mind you.
I would say, look at many, and learn to recognize the differences between quality and economy. The cabinets are good places to start. Storage compartment finishing is another one to compare. Looking underneath to see if the tanks are all enclosed, or if they are open to the elements. Once you see quality, it's pretty easy to walk away from the economy units.
