Cayter,

This isn't intended to be an 'offensive' post but most of the things people have said here are true... I agree with Jynnelle, why can't Darlin be your dog who fills in that bond you and ozzy had? Ever since you got ozzy, (Before when you had him) we never heard about Darlin... Sorry, but that makes me kind of sad.

As for the new dog situation, I don't think you should do it. I think you need to wait until your 1000% sure your ready for this responsibility... And if you are sure, you need to go to the shelter daily and socialize with the dog you've 'chosen' to make sure that, that's the right breed for you, and that the ozzy situation won't happen again.

IMO.