With 7 Dogs in the house I am used to have a Jack Russell curled up in my lap, no more than 12lbs, no problem. My Part German Shepard 45+ Lb 10 month old puppy has decided to be a lap dog. Did I mention I am only 5'1" tall, yep can hardly see the computer and am typing with one hand, and for some reason it has suddenly become harder to breath.