Decision : to get an older dog or not ?

With the exception of 4 years in the USAF and 4 years in college, I have never been without a dog. Never more than one but one none-the-less. I hold each one's memory near and dear to my heart. IMHO, our lives are so much richer having a loyal friend to come home to. Now, my better half? meh - not so much. I worked in a field where I seen death and mayhem on a constant basis. I got used to the inhumanity dealt out to men. When it comes to dogs? A whole other story! We have a mini-schnauzer. They are very smart and loyal dogs. Personality Plus! A rescue dog would be a great friend. Schnauzers have a history of digestion problems so NO human food - just a good quality dry dog food. Good luck whichever one choose.