Erin, the date on the article is 1977. There has never been any evidence dogs have any connection to us getting MS. This is one of those unproven theroies.

If you want a dog then get one, just don't get one from a pet store -they are puppy mill puppies in most cases. Try checking at you local animal shelter or an individual.

I had 2 dogs when I was dx'd. I went through a severe exacerbation with 2 very young children and 2 dogs. I had 2 more dogs. now, at 23 years dx'd I have one cat and one puppy (10 1/2 months old). I have always been able to take care of pets and children even through exacerbations.

Dogs and/or kids let you focus on something other than your MS....at least it works for me.