Vox Hunt: Dream Pet

Show us a picture of the pet you'd most like to have in your life.

Franklin

Franklin, my Shetland Sheepdog, came into my life in 2006. My then husband was constantly doing his own thing, so I wanted to get a dog to keep me company. (Sad, I know). I held him in my arms and that was it; I was in love. After my divorce, I changed places of residency a few times, all of which were dog friendly, but I wasn't home enough to give him the attention he needed. So, my mom took him in (along with her five other dogs). I wish with all of my heart that I could have him with me now, but my new roommate just let her ex take their dog, and I don't think she'd be keen on being part-owner of Franklin while I'm gone so much. His health has taken a turn for the worse at my mother's house; she lets him eat ALL of the time (as opposed to twice a day like I used to) and as a result he's gained about 20lbs, and he hasn't gotten his teeth cleaned since I got him. I wish there were a way to have him at my new place, but between both jobs and my personal life, I'm just not around much.  I miss him.