Karen -

Congrats on the job and the possible new addition!!!!

I LOVE big dogs too and can't wait until I am in the right living conditions for one. I would love to have a Mastiff or a Dane. That said, I love my little Reecie boy to death! I just love to scoop him up in my arms and shower him with kisses. He lets me hold him like a baby, he fits comfortably on my lap, he's very easy to transport, and he doesn't take up *too* much room in bed. I honestly think you can't go wrong with ANY size dog!

One plus for getting a small dog would be she wouldn't intimidate your cats as much as a big dog might. That is if your cats have never seen a dog before.

I can't wait to hear your decision and if you get her, you have to show us pics ASAP