As she runs around the yard, jumps and plays, Ella doesn’t realize the danger she is putting herself in. Ella is a puppy. She is a white, miniature schnauzer. She is full of energy and beyond playful; therefore, she must be watched at all times.


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Morgan Johns and Bart Eddins had wanted a dog for as long as they can remember. They would have bought one sooner, but Johns is allergic to dogs. Once Johns discovered that she had no allergies to schnauzers, she found Ella.

After only a week and a half of living with Johns and Eddins, this puppy has shown her intelligence. She is potty-trained and recognizes everyone around her. She whimpers when she needs to be let out, and she can’t go to sleep without being near Eddins.

“I can’t believe how smart she is and how big she’s gotten,” said Johns. “We have only had her for a week and a half and she’s already gotten bigger.”

“I think Ella has doubled her size already,” said Eddins, “and she’s only seven and a half weeks old.”

While Eddins and Johns are lucky to have such a great pup, not many college students land a dog like Ella. It is great to have a pet and companion, but having a dog in college requires a lot of responsibility. Someone must be with the dog almost every other hour to let it out, unless it is trained to use the doggy door. The owners must also take the dog on vacation with them unless they decide to pay for a sitter or boarding.

“I think having Ella has taught us much responsibility,” said Johns. “I know we have only had her for a short time, but if we want to go do something together, we have to ask the neighbors to watch her.”

Not only must the owners pay for the dog, but they must also acquire the money to keep the dog happy and healthy. The puppy must have its routine shots and check ups, and if necessary, it may need to be neutered or spayed. None of these procedures come cheap; therefore, before caving in and buying a dog one must consider the level of responsibility needed to do so.

“Ella whimpered all night and I’m exhausted,” said Johns. “That’s just another part of having a puppy though, I guess. I’m going to have to take a nap today, for sure.”