I hope all is well with your son and the dog. I think your decision as to how to best protect your family, and be a responsable pet owner at the same time was one that did not come easy. I am glad i will never have to face that situation, It seems that my little swimmers are doing the backstroke and cant make it to the spawning grounds. Thank God.. I love kids but i love the freedom more. I look forward to more positive fishing posts as this one provided a huge variety of responses, A learning experiance for sure. G-Man Thanks right back at ya. If i had just one wish it would only be to forever fish.....