Karen, what a cute story! I loved it.

Oh, sweet little Copper and Hannah! I am just in love with Copper. I adore those huge houndy pawsies! Oh jeez, I am starting to talk puppy talk! LOL

I don't agree with the whole outside dog thing. As someone has already pointed out, I think of my dog as my baby. Would you make your babies live outside? There's jsut no need for it. All dogs should be spoiled in my mind!