Scott, thank you for the input. Most importantly, you are right about the dog.

I know I would like the 250 but it has been just out of my reach financially. It is hard to tell if the offer the dealer has given to me is his bottom line. If I can't swing the 250, I will go for the 150 with the extended cab to get the extra inches. I just want to make sure I am doing what is "safe" and not put more $ into a truck that is still not large enough.

Thanks again,
Claudia