I prefer dogs that are in the 30-pound range. Sturdy enough not to get stepped on, but small enough you can still pick them up easily if need be. Beagles are my favorite!

I really am a dog person, but I'm gone for almost 11 hours a day. I'd hate to leave a dog unattended for that long, inside or out. So I'll settle for spoiling my kitties and living vicariously through dog-owning PT'ers