Dogs

I have 2 daughter with dogs that I love very much...my third daughter's dog is just a bit too wild for me. Dog owners really and truly love their dogs almost like children but with the understanding that these "children" will remain and be welcome to the death.

Shelley posted a picture of her dog, Buddy, on facebook and stated that she really, really loves him. He's the offspring of her 2 previous dogs who were both excellent pets and loved just as much as Buddy. Buddy's father, Monty, was an incredible yellow Lab with a gentle giant personality. Buddy's mother, Karina, came late to the family as an adoptee and she was one of the most gorgeous, almost white, yellow Labs. She, too, was a gentle soul but with a dignity that good old Monty didn't quite possess. So Buddy comes from good stock!

Kim's dog, Bailey, has always been one of my favorites because she is a real friend. Jack Russels aren't the best choice for anyone who wants a calm dog but Bailey only gets excited when a new person comes into the room. She's the epitome of a social animal. Bailey isn't her old self yet since her roommate, Baker passed away last week but she'll soon come around. Bailey is the kind of dog who will trail behind you and curl up at your feet no matter where you go. She shows her love every second of the day and I know this wonderful little dog will help Kim get over losing Baker.

Dogs have been called man's best friend and not without good reason. When we take them into our homes, we know it's for life and that they'll bond with us and be our companion as long as they live. As pets, cats can't compare. Cats are too independant whereas dogs want only to be by our side. It's impossible for a cat to learn it's place as an underling whereas a dog relishes being just that.

I almost believe that dogs were put on this earth just to be companions to man. It's as though this position was deliberately made for them, knowing how much pleasure it would give both of us. Whether this is true or not, I'm so thankful for Bailey and Buddy and all the wonderful dogs just like them. They've made our lives better by their presence.