Gouldian,
Thx for the nice comments on my little furball.
hamannbmw,
i do agree with neokn & the rest of the reefers that owning a dog is a lifelong commitment. to me, it's like having a son.
my austin is relatively easy to maintain. i bathe him once a week, with occasional brushing. his coat is well-maintained. austin is stripped every 6 mths or so to maintain his harsh coat. i give him one of the best affordable kibbles available on the market (i think.......), he's feeding on timberwolf now. salmon & elk meal.
u (along with Gouldian too) r welcomed to drop by my hse with ur kids and c how they adapt to austin.
if u ever own a dog, always remember to be the one to lead ur dog and not be the one to be led.