How much is taht doggie in the window?

I think I might have to rush out and buy a dog tomorrow. According to an announcer on TV people with dogs have 30% less chance of dying. Really? If that's the case a lot of people in my apartment building have the right idea. Several cute dogs ride the elevator with me from time to time.  I wonder if I just pat other people's dogs if that would be enough. My brother has two dogs. Does that give him 60% less chance of dying and what about my daughter and son-in-lawn with three dogs? On second thought maybe it just feels like your living forever when you're outside walking your dog on a cold snowy night.  I think I'll give this a little more thought,