10 Commandments for Owning a Dog

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AfSD™(ADVOCATE FOR SAVING DOGS™)

10 Commandments for Owning a Dog

by Cherished Souls Rescue

Ten Commandments for Owning a Dog:
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
4.
Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You
have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.
5. Talk to me.. Even if I don’t understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.
8.
Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if
something might be bothering me. Perhaps I’m not getting the right food,
I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or
weak.
9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.
10.
On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you
can’t bear to watch. Don’t make me face this alone. Everything is easier
for me if you are
there, because I love you so.

6 Comments

  • Tracy says:

    Great blog my friend! :love:

  • Labrea_Tarpits says:

    Got it all covered except for that one last step. He is 17 now… We look to be checking out on the same schedule. I really think so. He never needed scolding. OK, that one time when he didn’t understand not to chase the horses…. Cause the neighbor dogs did. When I explained everything he said OK dad. What a joy and gift our time together has been for me. And for him too I think. He showed up on my doorstep a very long time ago. 😉

    http://www.friendburst.com/blog/2986/2986/

  • D_LEMUR says:

    6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
    Wow…… 😉

    Repost time,and I really think I want this for my page…

    D. :love: :love: :love: :love: :love:

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