People tend to have a hard time choosing the pet they want in their homes. Apparently, when one wants an animal pet, the first that comes to mind is a dog. In this case, they start to ponder on the species\breed they want. However, some decide to not get a pet because they believe pets make a mess of homes, perhaps, they have good point.
Nonetheless, dogs are amazing animals bit big hearts. They happen to be tagged the most loyal animals on the planet because of the sort of companionship they offer. They just want to love and be loved. And really, what is easier than that in this life? What other species wants love and only love, nothing in return? Not many.
See what the amazing things a dog owner has to say about these loving creatures after years of owning one:
Dogs live to love and please us. My mom told me a story the other day about how the vet had to poke my labradoodle with a needle about six times before getting it in the right spot. And the whole time, my dog just sat there with his head in my mom’s lap, staring up at her, waiting for it to be over. My mom asked the vet why dogs are like this, why they will endure pain without fighting it. And he said something that broke her heart. He said they just want to please people, even if that means sitting through pain. And really, it’s true. All dogs want is for their human to be happy and throw the ball. And when their human is not happy, they won’t throw the ball. Therefore, dogs make it their mission to make their humans happy.
They seem to have a sixth sense when it comes to compassion and understanding. Dogs can listen without judging. OK, so I don’t sit and talk to my dogs. Not about serious matters at least. But when I’m upset, they know. They curl up next to me and rest their head on my chest, staring at me with their big, innocent eyes, radiating love. Something about that is so powerful to me. While they can’t speak, they know their humans so well and can pick it up when something isn’t right. And more than that, they try to fix whatever is wrong, the best they know-how.
They Can cuddle Better Than Anyone
I’d rather cuddle with my dog than my boyfriend most of the time. Every night before bed she climbs up and lies on my chest. She would sleep like that if I would let her. Instead, she sleeps right on my feet, which cannot be comfortable. But it comes back to love. She loves her humans and wants to be as close to them as possible even when it means it’s less comfortable for her. My 70-pound lab mix will do the same. He climbs above my head and curls around my shoulders when I am sitting on a chair. He has no idea that this isn’t normal. Again, he just wants to be close. Dogs are the best cuddlers, period.
Their Reaction When You Come Home From Work is Priceless
My favourite part of the day is getting home and letting my dogs out of their kennels. Based on their reaction alone, you would think I have been gone for weeks. They react the same way whether I am gone 30 minutes or six hours, whining and wiggling their little butts. Nothing feels better than knowing someone loves you that much. Dogs spend so much of their lives waiting for us to come home to them and having faith that we will. That’s pretty incredible.
In addition to loving their humans, they love each other. My boyfriend and I got one dog back in May. Then we added another in July. And finally, we adopted a third in November. While there were some hesitation and possessiveness at first, they have all adjusted and get along. They love one another the same way they love us. They will fall asleep head-to-head or simply lie on the couch together. Even though the occasional squabble, they return to loving each other. It’s just how dogs are wired, with humans and each other.
They are Loyal Through and Through
Most dog owners truly believe this. I have read so many stories about dogs that protect their humans until the end. And even at the end, they refuse to leave their human’s side. In addition to their loyalty, they are protective. One time I was at home for the weekend and had my dogs. My dad was trying to be helpful and let the lab mix of the kennel. However, the dog didn’t recognize my dad and immediately jumped on the bed shielding me and barking. I had owned him a few weeks at this point. Not even one month, and already he was protecting me from what he thought was dangerous. That’s pretty amazing.
Dogs Don’t Discriminate
I’ve read stories about dogs who take a liking to the homeless, dogs who know when their owner is using drugs, dogs who are mistreated but continue to love and trust humans. It’s almost sad to think about the fact that a dog can be treated badly but will come back for more because he is so eager to please. Yet at the same time, dogs can save lives through their companionship. When most humans would not strike up a friendship with a homeless man, a dog doesn’t care. Like I said in the beginning, dogs just want to love and be loved. It doesn’t matter how or from whom, and that’s pretty awe-inspiring.
