Thursday, November 11, 2021

Can Your Relationship With Your Dog Be Like a Marriage

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When we think of the words "For better, for worse," we usually think of marriage.  However, there is another type of relationship where I believe this is applicable – our relationship with our pets; specifically dogs.

When we acquire a pet, how often do we promise to take care of him; for better - for worse?

For Better Or For Worse - Our Relationship With Our Pets

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We fall in love with that puppy and look forward to many years of joy with him. BUT.....sometimes…

He has genetic problems and requires special care, which can be very expensive. He will NOT stop barking.

He bites people.

He poops and pees in the house.

He is left alone all day and then goes crazy when his owner comes home and becomes a pest, trying to gain full-on attention.

He isn't as cute as when he was a puppy.

He has a serious accident or disease and requires special care for the rest of his life.

He is destructive when left alone... Sometimes, rather than spend the time needed to restore the relationship, we give up.....and give that dog away.

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Your Commitment To Your Pets

This is where a dog rescuer comes in. We have rescued over 30 dogs in the past few years who have been abandoned, beaten, or ignored. 

EVERY SINGLE one of them has been a total blessing in our home. 

Every one of them had special needs which required a lot of attention. 

And every single one of them has been the best dog…EVER. Don't kid yourself -- rescue dogs know they have been rescued. They will do anything and everything to please you. All they ask for in return is to be loved. 

Just loved. 

When given the love and attention they need, many of their previous bad habits disappear.

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Love Your Pets No Matter What

I believe that dogs who have been rescued have the largest vocabulary and they tell us (to the best of their ability) how much they love us, how much they appreciate us, how they will never leave us.

All they want.....is to be heard and loved. 

They will never break their promise to you – to love and support you to their dying day.

Has there been a special dog in your life? Possibly a rescue dog? I would love to hear your story.

6 comments :

  1. This is a sad story with a beautiful ending. So admire people who rescue animals. We are a cat household and can't imagine life with our little previously outdoor feral or stay felines. One new one that we are hoping to get inside before the worst of winter. All of our cats have had special stories, a difficult past and loving personailties.

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    1. Are you a writer? Have you written your stories?

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  2. Hey Carol, I'm not a dog person. I prefer fish and birds, but you presented some great points about doggy love. Thanks for the reminders.

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    1. What kind of birds? I love birds. Never had much success with fish - it's a full time job!

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  3. Thanks for reminding me of this.. My dog is my dearest and every pup that comes to my office for training is a blessing indeed!

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