As you've probably read, Leona Helmsley left $8 billion for the "welfare of dogs." The NY Times had some funny interviews today with dogs, soliciting their opinions on what to do with the money. My own rescue mutt was mum on the subject, but did wag his tail when I scratched his ears and told him I was glad he'd been taken to a "no-kill" shelter.
We have a wonderful relationship with our neighbors. They have 3 kids (8,3,2) who our son loves to play with. Also, they have a killer yard with a swing set, sand box and 2 dogs, one a cocker spaniel and the other a beagle.