Laurelin, I know what you mean about most people hitting on a breed they love and swearing they'll always have at least one. I said that about Dobermans when I had Lyric. But now I've gotten more lazy and I've had a serious back injury that may well flare up at times in the future. So, a Doberman, as much as I adore the breed is probably not right for me anymore, like it was so right during the time I had Lyric. So, life styles and wants can definitely change. I'm pretty much sold on small dogs....maybe even a Poodle. That always crosses my mind too. But I have a special fondness for Chi's, their unusual antics...really, they are different in their movements when they play, what mundane things can really entertain them, the simple pleasures they get, undemanding personalities (mine at any rate) and their alertness....well, they really are different than a lot of dogs. And just so cotton pickin cute!
No kidding Regan, once you have a Chi or two, not having Chi's, will never do. LOL.