| What do we mean when we say "Oh, It's a Dog's | | | | into you than you think and will be a faithful devoted |
| Life"? | | | | friend. They will sense how you are feeling and try to |
| Maybe it's because the ideal dog's life is to have | | | | let you know that you're not alone... in their own |
| nothing more than a warm bed, to be fed regularly, | | | | dog-like way! |
| and know that there is at least one human who | | | | With a dog around, there will always be those |
| cares and loves them. Or, is it that some dog's are | | | | magical moments to remember, Maybe it's their |
| left out in the cold... literally! | | | | mannerisms or antics that bring a smile to your face |
| Knowing that you care for them, your dog is always | | | | and ultimately a warm glow in your heart. |
| delighted to welcome you home. A happy face, a | | | | They find it easy to break the ice when meeting |
| wagging tail, in fact his whole body movement cry | | | | strangers...without speaking a word! Treating them |
| out "Hi, I'm so pleased to see you!" | | | | with love and respect means they will communicate |
| When it comes to the sleeping arrangements, some | | | | with us easily, forging a bond of unconditional trust. |
| dog owners may allow them to sleep in the same | | | | Observing and learning about that special bond, allows |
| room. This suits a dog just fine, since dogs are pack | | | | you to understand the precious gift of friendship |
| animals and sleeping in the same area keeps the pack | | | | they have to offer. |
| together. | | | | Respectful training needs to start from day one and |
| In today's society, dog's have become completely | | | | they will grow to be a happy, contented and loyal |
| dependent on the human family. When treated | | | | companion for years to come. You will become all |
| properly, they will give total loyalty and so much | | | | that matters to them and they will be a pleasure to |
| more in return. | | | | have around, mixing well within the community and |
| They need to know who is the leader or "Alpha | | | | loved by all. |
| Dog". This is important to a pack animal, since he will | | | | Then there is the other end of the scale. This is |
| naturally try to be number-one, which can become an | | | | where a dog's life can be very unhappy and very |
| ongoing battle if not confronted as a puppy. | | | | miserable... not loved or cared for properly. Be honest, |
| Owning a pet is a lifetime commitment and not a | | | | we've all seen dog's that are poorly kept. They are |
| decision to be taken lightly. This could be compared | | | | the ones living out their life on the end of a chain in a |
| to raising children, which is always for better or | | | | cold lonely backyard with the occasional scraps |
| worse... and definitely does not involve a local shelter | | | | thrown out for them! |
| after a few months. Always think about your | | | | Their life is a sad continuous "yearning" to have |
| decision thoroughly beforehand. It is not good enough | | | | companionship, kindness, love and care. Their lack of |
| to claim that you don't want them any more or just | | | | training and control leaves them totally confused, not |
| plain changed your mind. Make very sure you know | | | | sure who is boss or even what is expected of them. |
| what you are letting yourself in for and how much | | | | Just think, next time you hear a dog barking |
| your life WILL change! | | | | endlessly, it's their cry of sadness, loneliness and a |
| A pet dog can improve your life in many ways, both | | | | plea for help... all they want is to be part of that |
| mentally and physically. Having a dog around is a | | | | home's "human pack". |
| great way to relax when you're feeling tense or | | | | A dog asks for nothing more than being our best |
| stressed. They seem to know when you are feeling | | | | friend and to make our life a better one. They don't |
| low and try their best to help. | | | | know or ask why... they just do! |
| Take them for a long walk or go and play ball in the | | | | So, when considering buying that dog, remember to |
| park. The fresh air will do you both the world of | | | | take him into your family in the true sense and be his |
| good, it will clear your thoughts and take way the | | | | best friend....because he will certainly be yours!! |
| stress of the day. Watch your dog play with vigor | | | | Now, back to that statement, "Oh, it's a dog's life?" |
| and vitality, with not a care in the world, except to | | | | Maybe it's as simple as this... knowing your place in |
| please their master. | | | | life, leads to contentment... given the opportunity, |
| Feeling lonely or depressed? Your dog is more tuned | | | | your dog will show you how with ease! |