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How long does it take for a former government official, a nursing officer, a lawyer and a banker to get a dog? It's been two years and the clock is still ticking.

We have been talking about getting a dog in HK when Changunnie started to show her affinity to animals when she was about 8 months old. We have read at least three volumes of books like "The Complete Dog Book - the Official Publication of the American Kennel Club". We went to the local dog rescue at least three times, contacted the police department about adopting a retired police dog, contacted dog breeder...etc. We even short listed some dogs including the Korean Jindo Gae (dogs from Jindo Island, famous for their loyalty to the owner, ability to hunt and to fight, the military spirit made them a top choice as working dogs for the Korean Army) but there's always reasons why the dog isn't suitable.

Our inability to make a decision does not stop Changunnie from displaying her affection for dogs. Whenever we see dogs in Sai Kung, Changunnie runs up to them to hug them. Sometimes, when we see a big dog, she wants to ride on them.

Now we really want to get it done.

There was a break-in attempt at or neighbour's house last week. The dogs in the neigbhourhood alarmed the owner ( it was 8pm in the evening. No one would have activated the alarm system when the family is eating supper at home!) our neighbour called the police when the guy was in their backyard. No one got hurt in the end but that got us worried.

We also to find a companion for changunnie. Who knows when I can have number two and even if I am lucky enough to have number two, having a dog to bring the number of children to three is an idea that we welcome. Plus, we want to have a reliable family member to look after Grandma, Grandpa and Changunnie when we are at work.

What should we get?