- You sometimes pick doghairs out of your coffee or food and think nothing of it.

- You find yourself spelling words like "G-O" and "O-U-T" while talking to other people.

- You hear people talking about experiences with their kids and relate it with experiences with your dog.

- You unthinkingly call yourself Mom or Dad to your dog(s) and when you meet other dogs, refer to their owners as their Mom or Dad.

- You change careers partly so you are able to be around your dogs more!