Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
When it's in your best interest, pratice obedience.
Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
Take naps and stretch before rising.
Run, romp and play daily.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm.
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.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple grown will do.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lay 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.
A faithful dog will play with you
An laugh with you...or cry
He'll gladly starve with you
And never reason why
When you're feeling out of sorts,
Somehow he'll understand,
He'll watch you with his shining eyes
And try to lick your hand.
His blind, implict faith in you
Is matched by his great love.
The kind that all of us should have
In the Master up above.
When everything is said and done,
I guess this isn't odd.
For when you spell "Dog" backwards,
You will get the name of God.
© 1997 aladarbeagles@zebra.net
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