Oh definitely. And this is why I love EBN. I don't have to explain my love for my doggies. You guys all understand. There aren't many other people that think I'm not crazy.
I think most of us treat our "dogs" better than many people treat their children! My children are adults, now, and my dogs ARE my children! Even when my skin kids were growing up, the dogs were always included in household activities! I love the bumper sticker that says "my dog is smarter than your honor student".