Adopting an older dog.

When my children were small we had a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy. He was a much loved family pet. He died at the age of 14 and I was heartbroken. I have never been able to consider having another dog because I still can't forget that feeling. I know that many of you will understand that loss. However, when watching Paul O'Grady For The Love of Dogs last night not only did the programme feature Cavalier puppies but in encouraging people to adopt older dogs Paul said Why contemplate the hangover when you're at the party. I thought it was a good quote and it reminded me of the great party that we'd all had with our lovely Rolo. I'm not in a position to adopt at the moment but it is now something that I feel more able to do when the time comes.