I have a permanent underlying emotional pining to have a dog,
but realistically I have no inclination to take on the responsibility and expense of looking after any living creature
other than my old mum, and my wife...
That's more than enough hard work and mess for me...

My dream dog is an Alsatian / European Shepherd type - ideally a Belgian Malinois...

Such a ridiculously unrealistic idea that it will never happen...!!!

I'm also coming to my senses regarding ferrets...
Their stink and the fuss of having to keep them and their bedding clean every waking day
is an absolute deal breaker...