[Flagdu] {Disarmed} Dogs are so

[Peter]

  Dogs are so loyal. They love us no matter what we do. But if we want to
  provide the
  best life possible to these wonderful animals, we have to remember they have
  complex
  thoughts and feelings, too. Here are 20 things we must never forget.
  Don't be upset when I jump for joy when you come through the door.
  I only live for ten or fifteen years. You are what makes that time
  enjoyable. It's
  hard on me when you go away.
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  Give me time to understand what you want from me.
  I don't always get it right on the first try, but I promise I'm trying as
  hard as
  I can.
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  Give me your trust.
  Just like I trust you, I need you to trust me, too.
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  Don't be angry with me for too long. And please don't lock me up to punish
  me.
  You have your friends and family to keep you happy and entertained. I just
  have you.
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  Take me inside when the weather gets bad.
  The backyard doesn't have air conditioning or a heater. You don't have to
  let me
  on the couch, but a small part of the kitchen is much better than sleeping
  in the
  snow.
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  Talk to me.
  Sure, we don't speak the same language, but the sound of your voice
  brightens my
  whole day.
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  Comfort me when I'm scared.
  You know a lot more about loud noises, strange people, and new places than I
  do.
  I need to know that you'll protect me from them. I always feel safer when
  I'm with
  you.
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  Remember that I'll never forget how you treat me.
  Teach me that humans are made of love, not pain. And don't ever let me
  forget it.
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  Come outside with me.
  The sights, sounds, and scents of nature are some of my greatest pleasures
  in life.
  I don't care if we play, go for a walk, or just sit under a tree together .
  . . I
  want you to experience them with me.
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  Let me make new friends.
  Introduce me to other dogs, cats, or even bigger animals. We might not get
  along
  in the end, but having some more friends that look and smell like me makes
  my life
  that much brighter.
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  Give me a treat every once in a while.
  Food is one of my greatest pleasures in life. I know you want me to be
  healthy, so
  I understand when you don't share your own meals with me. But giving me a
  dog biscuit
  when I've been good or mixing tasty vegetables mixed in with my dinner is
  guaranteed
  to make me wag my tail extra hard.
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  Please don't hit me.
  I have teeth that can crush bone. Instead, I cover you in sloppy, wet
  kisses. Just
  as I choose not to hurt you, please make the choice to not hurt me.
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  Understand when I need my alone time.
  I love you more than anything, but even though it's rare, I don't always
  want to
  play or cuddle. Don't be sad if I'd rather sleep on the cold tile floor
  instead of
  in your bed on hot summer nights, and be understanding if I don't want to
  play as
  much as the years go on.
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  Show me your world.
  The house and yard might be the only places I ever see unless you let me
  come with
  you. A trip to the pet store, the park, or even just a ride in the car is
  exhilarating
  for me. I can't wait to see what you want to show me.
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  Teach me new things
  Learning new tricks keeps my mind active, but most of all, it gives me a way
  to impress
  you. I love showing off for your friends, looking up at you, and seeing how
  proud
  of me you are.
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  Let me get dirty once in a while.
  Your world is inside, but I thrive outdoors. Sometimes I find a lot of mud
  or a lake
  that smells like all of its fishy inhabitants. I understand if you don't
  want to
  wash all that stuff off every day, but as long as it's safe, let me go back
  to my
  wild roots every now and then.
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  Touch me.
  Nothing makes me feel more loved than when you take time out of your day to
  rub my
  ears or scratch that itchy spot on my back that I can't reach. I can't
  understand
  your words, but I definitely understand the feelings behind a hug.
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  Pay attention if I don't seem like myself.
  It might seem like I'm just being lazy or stubborn, but I might not be
  feeling well.
  I can't get help for myself, and I need you to look out for me.
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  Love me when I'm old just as much as you did when I was young.
  I might not be the cute puppy that I once was, but I still love you just as
  much
  now as I did then. Please take care of me when my body doesn't work like it
  used
  to.
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  Come with me on my final journey.
  I know it will be difficult, but I need you by my side when the time comes
  for me
  to leave this world. Every moment down to my last breath is easier if I have
  you
  with me.
  With deep affection, 
   Your Dog.

  Have you hugged your dog today?




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