Tina, I wonder if you ever considered that when you see this beautiful, cute, fuzzy puppy or friendly dog - that maybe when YOU take it in, someone else in a more stable, consistant environment might have missed out on a GREAT dog. Instant gratification is an understandable emotion. Another emotion that has to be controlled. Especially when it comes to a life commitment. Your children need to know and understand that "life lesson", even if you have problems with it.