I am more of a cat person than a dog person. My husband really wants to get a dog when our cat dies, but I don't know if I can handle the slobber, smell and mess in my yard. Do you like dogs or cats better?
I am a dog person, makes up so much of who I identify with.
What kind of dog(s) do you have? I grew up with a miniature poodle, and they don't shed...so that was nice, but I don't think I'd want a poodle if I got a dog. 
I have a labradoodle, a mini toy poodle and a Labrador retriever.