Someone please talk me out of this

[MetalGator]

I currently have 3 dogs (2 Papillons and 1 Jack Russel). I love my dogs dearly and we take them with us (most of the time) when we travel with our travel trailer. There are a few places we like to go that only allow 2 dogs which is kind of a bummer. Usually, we have my niece stay at the house and dog sit 1 or more of the dogs when we run into this limitation.

My wife went out shopping this week and stopped by a local Pet Smart. There was a small rescue Chihuahua that my wife fell in love with. As much as I love dogs, I was hoping we could eventually get back to having 2 dogs so we wouldn't run into the 2 dog limitations. The wife's argument is we already have 3 (which is a limitation) so having 4 isn't any worse. The little guy is really cute but I need another dog like I need a hole in the head! Decisions.....

[bt6845]

Congats on new chi, a fantastic breed. Have 5 of my own and 1 foster rom 4 lbs to 16 lbs. When I wake up I am trapped under the cover when they decide to wedge up on each side of me, so funny.....always love them. Sooooo sweet and cuddly. Enjoy him...he will give you his heart.

[MarshaNichols]

Congratulations!! So much fun getting a new dog! Sounds like he is one lucky little guy!! :B

[ReneeG]

I've head of lots of RV'ers traveling with four. As for those places that only allow 2 dogs, don't go there. We're in the same situation, or we ware until this last September when we lost our little Missy. We now have two dogs and will stick with that as long as I can hold out on not getting another. I know that it's nicer to have just two, but there's lots of room in your heart for more.

[AuntSmurf]

Congratulations on your new addition! He's a cutie, for sure 😉 We full-time with 4...a Blue Heeler/Rott mix, a Jack Mix, and 2 long-haired Chihuahuas. Love all 4 of our girls!

[magnusfide]

keepmotoring wrote:
I'm so glad Pinto is in your life. As stated we added a rescue in November. She has been so much joy we started looking yesterday for another!! 3/4 - what's the difference!??!!

Amen to that!

[MetalGator]

I have only had this dog 2 nights and he is already stealing my heart. He is so tiny! If I get on the floor with him he gets in my lap and curls up. He is starting to get more adjusted to my wife and I and the new environment. He gets along with the other dogs like he has always known them. So glad we got the little fella. Once we get him potty trained, life will be good!

[keepmotoring]

I'm so glad Pinto is in your life. As stated we added a rescue in November. She has been so much joy we started looking yesterday for another!! 3/4 - what's the difference!??!!

[xteacher]

Congrats on the new pup! I second the warning about the Gator shirt, though - go NOLES!!

[TugCE]

MetalGator wrote:
Pinto checking out his new digs.

That is one cute little pup! One thing though, some might report you for Puppy abuse for putting the little guy in a Gator Shirt! LOL

[Uppercrust]

Congrats! He is so cute

[nohurry]

Major kudos to you and the missus for taking him in Gator! He looks great! He'll be a little unsure for a day or two, but he'll fit right in. Enjoy!

[chrisnpat]

awwa so cute congratulation. Enjoy........

[magnusfide]

MetalGator wrote:
Little guy did so good last night. He is still a little scared and trying to get used to the new environment. We put his little bed in our bedroom last night and he slept and never made any noise. In fact, he hasn't even barked yet. He is going to be a good addition to the family. I can't wait to get home from work so I can see him.

I think you're right. He's already a well behaved little man. God bless ya for taking him in!

[usmohls2]

If the wife isn't happy, no one is happy!