Dogs are lovable companions. We teach them discipline and tricks like "fetch!" or "shake hands", but we can learn something from them, too if we step back and really 'see' what they have to offer. Here are a few things I got from ours:
1. Simple things--like chasing your own tail--bring great pleasure
2. Be loyal to those who care for you and care about you
3. Shake your tail (-feather) when you're happy!
4. Look forward to seeing the people who love you every single day
5. A simple pat on the back shows you care
6. Food is most delicious when given to you with love
7. Be patient and you will be rewarded
8. Do what's good and there will be no punishment
9. Play and enjoy life like there's no tomorrow
10. Express joy loudly "WOOF!!!"
11. Be there when someone needs your company
12. Eat when you're hungry... Sleep when you're tired
13. Enjoy the present
14. Listen with sincere eyes
15. Sitting silently together for long periods of time means a lot more than talking for long periods of time
16. Save something for later use
17. Hide something you don't want other people to touch/play with
18. Express anger ONLY when absolutely needed
19. Be wary of strangers
20. Love the people who love YOU!
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