Because of this, that is my happy and healthy marriage... I got this....
Meet Baxter, Alan's 15 year old mutt (please take this opportunity to notice our vintage couch coverings. I say vintage, because lets be honest... it sounds better). Having never had a dog it was difficult for me to commit to having Baxter live with us in Edinburgh. Baxter came to visit for a week while Alan's Parents, Sarah and the kidlettes were off on a trip. It became painfully obvious that Baxter would be a happier dog and Alan would be a happier boy, if Baxter stayed in Edinburgh with Alan and me. So while not originally planned we now have a pooch. There are some new rules for Baxter learn. No sleeping on Alyson's side of the bed. I had to compromise on that because no matter how many times I told Baxter he was not wanted on the bed at all, he just would not listen. Now, I put boxes on my side of the bed and he can't lay down, HA! He has to stand still for me while he gets brushes which happen at least twice a week and the vacuuming three times a week, I do the vacuuming Baxter just has to stay out of the way. It is nice to get the exercise walking through the park with the dog, but totally creepy when I have to walk him at night, past the haunted/squatter's nest/ uber scary abandoned house. There are a lot of things I could say about how difficult it has been adjusting to having Baxter, but I know that our dog will not change. You simply cannot teach an old dog new tricks... He does respond well to treats though.
It so surprises me you put up with a dog, especially in the house, especially in your bed. Ewwww, shutter. Dog hair, Dog Smell...need I say more. The things that we sacrifice for those we love.
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