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If you can start the day without caffeine,
If you can get going without pep pills,
If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains,
If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles,
If you can eat the same food everyday and be grateful for it,
If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time,
If you can overlook it when those you love take it out on you when,
no fault of yours, something goes wrong,
If you can take criticism and blame without resentment,
If you can ignore a friend’s limited education and never correct him,
If you can resist treating a rich friend better than a poor friend,
If you can face the world without lies and deceit,
If you can conquer tension without medical help,
If you can relax without liquor,
If you can sleep without the aid of drugs,
If you can say honestly that deep in your heart you have no
prejudice against creed, color, religion or politics,
Then, my friend, you are almost as good as your dog.
-Unknown
THE TOP TEN REASONS TO OWN A DOG:
10. He's a personal trainer: Dogs get you outside and moving, throwing a Frisbee, walking in the park and exploring new territory.
9. He's a security guard: Whether he's a German shepherd or a poodle, Fido probably has something to say about strange people prowling his [and your] house.
8. He's a nanny: Well, anyway, if the kids are wreaking havoc on the house, a good family dog can chase them around the yard for a few hours to wear them out. Some even pull wagons or give rides.
7. He's a licking machine: He loves you so he's got to let you know--and leaves you with a shiny epidermis, the official canine stamp of approval.
6. He's a checkbook supervisor: to make sure you don't spend frivolously, your dog will cause you to shell out dough for premium kibble, fancy housing, vet bills and all kinds of wild toys.
5. He's a non-pharmaceutical household stress reliever: No matter how long that work day is, your dog will still have plenty of energy to cheer you up when you get home.
4. He's an icebreaker: Take a dog for a walk and your bound to meet people. Dogs have been not so scientifically proven to be matchmakers for singles.
3. He's an emotional counselor: The bigger they are, the better those shoulders are to cry on--and the little guys can jump up on your lap and lick the tears off your chin.
2. He's a sidekick: Teach him a few tricks and a dog can always make you look like the smart guy.
1. He's your best friend!
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