If A Dog Was our Teacher

                                                                        Then we would learn;

 

                                                - When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. 
 
                                                - Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. 
 
                                                 - Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to

                                                    be pure ecstasy.  


                                                - When it's in your best interest, practice obedience. 
 
                                                - Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
 
                                                - Take naps. 
 
                                                - Stretch before rising.
 
                                                - Run, romp, and play daily. 
 
                                                - Thrive on attention and let people touch you. 
 
                                                - Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
 
                                                - On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
 
                                                - On hot days, drink lots of water and lie 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.                  

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                                                - Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
 
                                                - Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
 
                                                - 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.