What I love about dogs.
* They never lie. * When all you want to do is vent, they'll listen quietly and then give you lots of kisses * Even when you do something really stupid, they still think you're the smartest person in the world * They don't care if your socks or shoes match * When they snore at night, it's actually kind of cute * Two words: Unconditional love * They never drop off their humans at the pound and walk away to get a new one * Whether you've been gone two minutes or two days, their greeting is always, "MOM!! You're home! I missed you! I love you!" and wiggle butt * Cuteness factor times 10. (I've never met a human that is cuter than a puppy - baby or not) * The zoomies always crack me up. * Dogs always seem to work themselves out socially - sometimes they get along, sometimes they don't, but they have a means of communication that is complex and yet seems so much simpler than ours. Growl = back off. Wag tail = hi! Tucked tail = I'm kinda nervous. * Dogs don't do things just for money * Dogs don't backstab friends * A new toy, even if it's just an empty milk carton, is the coolest invention ever, to them *They don't care how your breath smells to give you kisses in the morning *Even when you're mad (at them or someone else) they still follow you around to make sure you're ok *No matter how someone else treated them in the past, once they love you, they love you for life. *They forgive you for just about anything if you offer them a cookie (what vet?) *They don't know the meaning of "personal space" or "quiet time" and that's ok. * They love you just the way you are. * They don't mind if the bed is unmade. * They're blind to the laundry piling up. * They think you're a great driver. * They don't see the dust on the bookshelf. * They're always in the mood to snuggle. * They don't mind listening to any radio station. * They laugh at your jokes. OR at least are sweet enough to pretend you're funny. * They love anything you cook for them. * They don't leave the toilet seat up. * They love you more than they love themselves. * They would literally die for you. And some do.  What do you love about dogs?  |
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Grace i think you summed it up quite nicely  2 years ago i moved just so i could have a dog. Thats when i found Erised. She loves me no matter what and i her. They really are you life.
now its the more the merrier  cher |
| I received the following in an e-mail and thought I would share:
SOME GOOD ADVICE! If a dog was the teacher you would learn stuff like: When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. When it's in your best interest, practice obedience Let others know when they've invaded your territory. Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body. No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout...run right back and make friends. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough. Be Loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently. |
Cher, It wasn't that long ago for me either that I moved into a home and neighborhood that was 'four-legged' friendly. And I agree with you! The more the merrier! I'd have tons of dogs if only the rest of my family would cooperate! Somehow they have it in their heads that two would be enough! 
Betsy, I LOVE that advice! I've seen it before and every now and again, have to remind myself to live by it. If only everyone could have the heart of a dog. ::sigh:: I want to print that saying right now so I never lose it again. It's one that should be on one's fridge or in a frame on my desk. |
 Nice post but I have a comment on one, as far as the toilet seat goes, I have to remind my family to put the lid down because Drake thinks the toliet bowl is his water dish and he leaves a wet mess on the seat. Nothing like sitting on a wet toilet seat!  |
| * Intradan, What I like about dogs is they don't take their humans back when they figure out how big they're going to get! * At 12 wks old Chuckles is smarter than his uprights!
Quote: * They don't leave the toilet seat up. Quote: Nothing like sitting on a wet toilet seat!
Or 'falling in' in the middle of the night if one of the guys don't put it down.  |
*lol* Grace with three upright males in the house learned to check the seat before I sit. Whats funny is I finally got the boys trained to put the seat up so when I sit I do not get wet and well now Drake has came along and I am sitting on a wet seat again I also have to take it another step further and teach them to close the toilet all the way! Boy I think male uprights are harder to potty train then puppies 
Good thing Drake can not take my sons back because of their size  because they are going to be tall. Both my sons have grown about an inch in the last month and a half. My second grader is the size of a fourth grader. I should explain that my husband is 6'7 and I am 5'7 so my kids are going to be really tall. That was one thing I looked for when I researched dog breed was the size. I wanted a large breed dog because I could not imagine a little dog fitting into giant size family. I also wanted a really playful dog that matched the activity level of my kids. So far Drake has been a perfect match
my daughter just came down with Drake and she has dressed Drake up in one of her old toddler shirts. Proves my point about Drakes personality matching my family he loves to have fun with the kids and is so good with them. He is such a clown and will go along with about anything as long as it is fun. I will try and add the photos to Drakes page on dogster today,they are so funny. |
| I live in a house full of shorties compared to you! Tallest is DH at 6'2".
I had to laugh about your daughter dressing up Drake! Tooo cute! My kids used to do that to our cat who was never too pleased and would walk around the house in a 'dress' looking like she wanted to die! I couldn't save her because I couldn't stop laughing!
You're right! I think the key is to teach the entire family to put BOTH seat and cover down! But like you said, the upright males around here seem to be harder to train than any four-legged we've had! Maybe I need to get out the treats! |
| I added the picture of Drake dressed up to his dogster webpage
http://www.dogster.com/dog_page.php?j=t&i=14193 What a clown |
| I LOVE that pic and all the rest! What a cutie patootie! You'd better now show the girl sheepies that pic when he gets older, Mom! |
Quote: You'd better now show the girl sheepies that pic
Wooops!! I meant NOT show ... !! 
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