<p>Our minipoodle died this Feb at 17 1/2 years old. He was such a worry when we were traveling, especially as he got older and really did not take to boarding or going to some else’s house to stay. We always had someone come and stay at the house since even a dog sitter could not be counted on to be there when he needed to go out. WE are now empty nesters and pet free and plan to stay that way for years. </p>
<p>I agree about getting a small dog. We dog sit my daughter’s tiny 10 lb terrier over the summer when she is at music festivals. That dog is very cat like, loves sitting on laps and is easy to keep clean.</p>