Animals, most of us have had one at some point in our lives. They impact us in many different ways. Cats and dogs primarily. They bring a sense of companionship are there to fill the lonely moments.While they may not be the greatest conversationalists, they are in fact avid listeners. When was the last time you could ramble to a friend for an hour and that person sit there making eye contact with legitimate interest the entire time? Probably wont happen in your life time. But your dog? Maybe even your cat?
They say people who have pets live longer, happier lives. The sense fo fulfilment through pets is well established. It is truly amazing how that animal just knows when something isnt right. At the present time i have a cat. He is the best pet i have ever had to date. His intuition about my mood and how i feel is uncanny. I had a friend in town who got food poisoning. My cat decided to hang out with him in the bathroom and help him feel better. A dog is no different.
However, there is something uniquely special about a dog. The loyalty a dog has for his owner or family is truly unrivaled. People could truly learn from this. There is no true unconditional love in this world with the exception being that between a mother and child. The fact that you might choose to give your life for another does not automatically make your love unconditional. If there is a close 2nd to this I would be inclined to say that it is the love a dog has for his owner. Its that bond that makes a dog so special. When you here the rare story of how an untrained dog took it upon himself to defend his owner in need. There is a lesson to be learned here. Why cant people be like this. A dog raised in a good home is an approachable dog. It always assumes you are there to be nice to him and therefore always takes the initiative to be friendly. Well ok maybe he thinks you have bacon but still.
A house isnt truly a home without an animal. There is something about the pet that completes the home. I had a dog growing up. It amazed me even then how no matter what I did he looked upon me favorably. Well why do you have a cat? I dont have the time to devote to a dog that it deserves at this stage. A cat is self sufficient. A cat has a lot to teach as well. The average cat will spend 50% of its life in a light sleep. What have i learned from my cat? Never underestimate the power of a nap. The ability to relax and refresh yourself. Even just an hour. Have a problem bothering you? sleep on it. Day off and having a bored moment? sack out for an hour. Just got a big hug and you really didnt want it? bathe yourself.
As a matter of fact im going to take his advice now...and go to bed
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