My step-mom has been working on my dad for months now to get a small dog so she can have company when she goes on walks and such. I think she misses having a dog around, too. There aren't any good shelters around where they live in MI (right over the IN state line) so maybe I'll send them in your direction when the time finally comes. Meanwhile, I'll keep the kitties in my prayers and hope they all find forever homes soon!