My Dog Lives Here Too

My dog lives in this house. You are welcome to come and visit me anytime but we have a few things that you must understand before you visit.

You should expect a few dog hairs to stick to your clothes. I vacuum and clean, but my dog lives here too.

You may be leaned on and find a dog in your lap a few times but he does this because he loves people and wants to say hello. 

Do not expect me to lock my dog in another room during your visit. I have trained my dog well so he will not do anything to you except maybe want a pat on the head. I will not subject him to feel as if he is being punished by locking him away for no reason. That would be cruel.

When you walk into my home, be careful not trip on a stuffed toy or ball. These are my dogs treasures and I will not take them away from him just to show you that I keep a clean house. He knows where all his toys are. They may not look like much to you, but to him, they are worth more than gold.

You see, this is OUR home. We have been together since he was a small puppy scampering around the house. I raised him into a well mannered, beautifully behaved dog.

I am so proud of him. I consider him a true gift to my life. He has done nothing but give me his endless love and devotion for many years. I simply adore him and want to make his time with me special. I want his life to be as happy as he has made mine.

When I was sick, he stayed right by my side, as I do his when he is not having a good day. A better friend I could not ask for.

When no one else cared, my dog did. He has given me nothing but pure joy and I love him endlessly. So please understand that I am not being rude. I'm just looking out for my best friend.

And try to remember when you come to visit, my dog lives here, too.

- -  Author Unknown