I was thinking along these lines too. Yet, the OP has expressed how this problem has really been deeply upsetting her too. I totally understand how other posters see this situation as abusive and toxic. Most feel that not allowing her to love this dog too is cruel and abusive. Now that the OP has shared that because of where they live she can't get a dog of her own makes it even harder for her as it seems she really wants a dog to love and cuddle with as she doesn't have any children.

Question for the OP, can you look for a place you can live that allows more than one dog?