WoW! I know exactly how you feel! I have wanted a dog for years, and I mean YEARS. But it was just this year when I started to feel like I *need* a dog. I am already saving my money, and thinking about how much less I will have for myself. If I have any extra money, I know it'd be going to the dog. (And I wouldnt' mind one bit!!!) I am starting to work alot harder around the home and try and work harder in school. I feel this will make me a better person, but the main idea it to GET MY DOG!. I really feel like I need a dog, but nobody really understands how much. I could care less what kind, though I would love a golden retriever. I know I'd never be able to get one until I move out though, because they are too big. But I still want a dog, maybe border collie or shetland, or ANYTHING. Today on the bus I was just thinking of playing with it in my yard and all. I am trying to work really hard though, and prove to my mom that I want a dog. I don't think she'll ever know I need one (or, needed would be a better word) I know exactly how you feel though. I have never ever had one single pet in my life. Not even a hamster or fish or anything but all I've ever wanted is a dog.