That's great that you are ready. It was up to Bruce when DJ passed as to when we got another dog. DJ passed away on 3/16/05 and we brought Zoee home on 4/8/05. It was very hard to go out in the garage or out one of the doors to the backyard without thinking of DJ and hurting. So getting Zoee helped us focus our attention on something else. (Zoee is an indoor only dog, thanks to DJ)
DJ is right up on a shelf in the family room watching over all of us. Just as Teddy is on the piano. And I'm sure he will guide the perfect dog for you right to you.