It seems that PETA has not enough to do these days.  Making an issue over a small child using the dog as a step up stool to reach the counter top is a non-issue for this family.  Here are some photos of my two taking turns Pinkie riding.  Who is having the most fun?  When Pinkie is tired of entertaining the kids she just walks away and lets them tumble off on to the floor.  So far Pinkie has sat and stepped on the kids trying to climb up into their living room chairs more than they have sat or rode on her so I guess there is no concern on my part as to who is abused here.  Pinkie as long as you have the strength and patience for the kids, they will have the energy to entertain you.  We love this little dog with a heart of a lion and the strength of a rhino.  Bullie to you PETA.