Married To My Dogs - Relationship With Our Pets
When we think of the words "For better, for worse," we usually think of marriage. However, there is another type of relationship where I believe this is applicable – our relationship with our pets; specifically dogs.
When we acquire a pet, how often do we promise to take care of him; for better - for worse?
For Better Or For Worse - Our Relationship With Our Pets
We fall in love with that puppy and look forward to many years of joy with him. BUT.....sometimes…
He has genetic problems and requires special care, which can be very expensive.He will NOT stop barking.
He bites people.
He poops and pees in the house.
He is left alone all day and then goes crazy when his owner comes home and becomes a pest, trying to gain full-on attention.
He isn't as cute as when he was a puppy.
He has a serious accident or disease and requires special care for the rest of his life.
He is destructive when left alone... Sometimes, rather than spend the time needed to restore the relationship, we give up.....and give that dog away.Your Commitment To Your Pets
This is where a dog rescuer comes in. We have rescued over 30 dogs in the past few years who have been abandoned, beaten, or ignored.
EVERY SINGLE one of them has been a total blessing in our home.
Every one of them had special needs which required a lot of attention.
And every single one of them has been the best dog…EVER.Don't kid yourself -- rescue dogs know they have been rescued. They will do anything and everything to please you. All they ask for in return is to be loved.
Just loved.
When given the love and attention they need, many of their previous bad habits disappear.
Love Your Pets No Matter What
I believe that dogs who have been rescued have the largest vocabulary and they tell us (to the best of their ability) how much they love us, how much they appreciate us, how they will never leave us.
All they want.....is to be heard and loved.
They will never break their promise to you – to love and support you to their dying day.
Has there been a special dog in your life? Possibly a rescue dog? I would love to hear your story.
Kudos to you for rescuing so many dogs–you are a very special person!
You are a rescuer as well!!! What would we do without our little friends?
You are doing wonderful work and sounds like you are reaping many benefits. I love your pictures. Much love to all your canine companions.
Thank you so much Mary Elizabeth. I will hug my canines for you!
Really hilarious perspective. But I agree with it!
Thank you Rose — glad you enjoyed the laugh.
Carol, thank you for giving these creatures what they need and deserve!
It makes me mad to see how people are quick to get a cute puppy and abandon them upon the first challenge.
I agree. Many of the dogs we rescued were “throwaways.” This happened often after the movie 101 Dalmations came out and every kid wanted one. We were fortunate to get one of those abandoned pups and had her for 16 years. I still miss her terribly as all rescues KNOW they have been rescued and make the greatest pets.
Loved this post! What adorable photos to go with it!
Thank you. I couldn’t resist that wedding dog picture!