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One of the major concerns for us in choosing a dog is whether it would be good with kids. I think the pictures tell most of the story, but let me tell you that Shadrach was not whining or struggling during this whole playtime. He definitely has more playful moments when he is not this mellow, but S started playing with him just before his nap.

Once we decided to get a puppy for Christmas, I couldn't wait. The kids agreed that they would rather have a puppy than Christmas presents this year, and I decided I'd rather housetrain a puppy in October than in December/January. So we found a cuddley, sweet little male Bichon Frise who is now officially named Shadrach.

There has been more laughing in this house over the past couple of days than a whole week combined before our puppy days. The kids each react and play with the puppy in different ways, but it always ends up with laughter. Even Pete got into the play and ended up chuckling as he realized his face was more ticklish than he thought.

Our little guy is non-shedding, loves people, and will only grow to 10-12 lbs. He is currently 8 weeks old, and is quickly adjusting to his new family.