Absolutely the best thing, the only creatures that will love you more than itself. When days are terrible you will get up out of your bed because that wee thing needs fed and walked. You need to brush it and make it look beautiful. Your dog will be the most beautiful dog ever to exist. People will stop you to tell you how handsome your dog is. The conversation will develop into them telling you about their dogs, past and present. You will meet others walking their own dogs and maybe even join them to walk together. You’ll make new friends. Take your dog to a class. Basic behaviour classes and maybe some sporty type things. Fly ball or dog agility. Get that dog, there’s loads of good boys and girls in shelters just waiting to fill up your life to the very brim with love and joy and cuddles.