Portrait Of A Pampered Pooch

I went up to Fort Collins Thursday to have Thanksgiving Dinner with my sister Susan and brother-in-law George, and as always, I was amazed at how their household seems to revolve around their two dogs. Susan and George cater to their dog's every whim - especially Tutu, a rat-sized Yorkie seen in the photograph above.  This dog is so small, it needs to be lifted up and down the stairs, up and down from the bed (yes, the two dogs do sleep with them), and is pampered in countless other ways, too.  I would think a pet rat would be a lot less trouble, and cheaper to care for, too, but when I mention that to my sister, I get berated.  So much for trying to be helpful.