i have a girl- friend that if i told her this story- she would be on a plane, go rescue the dogs without question, and stop by your place and level it and everyone in it all in about 5 seconds ( all the while crying her eyes out)....dont worry i wont tell her....feel bad for you Crak-i know that was hard...have a feeling you'll be at the pound very shortly to get those dogs, regardless of where they are gonna go....it will haunt you if you dont.