You know why I need dark rugs? My girls roll in the dirt (they won't let the grass grow) and even if I can't see the red clay on their hair (its the same color as Lilly), I sure can see it on the light colored rugs in the house. I probably should give up on rugs altogether. I spent a lot of money to have these hardwood floors anyway!
By the way, the vacuum is going to the doctor tomorrow and in the meantime, one of my friends lent me his. At least the dog hair is up now. Still have to work on the spots of "crud" left when they recently enjoyed their pressed rawhide treats on the living room floor! It never ends, does it? Still love them lots!