Pets!

    I am definitely an animal person, and if I had to give myself a label I would say I'm a dog person; although I do like cats too.  I have two pugs that I absolutely adore. tthey are my babies and I love spending time with them.  We play together, walk together, eat together, and cuddle together.  There are a lot of people that don't want pets and I understand that we are all different in this world, but I think a lot of people feel that a pet is just work, when really a pet gives back to you as much as if not more then what you give to them.  Sure, I will admit that dogs do take a lot of time and energy.  You have to walk them, bathe them, feed them, pick up after them, take them outside, and take them to the vet.  But, they are so worth it.  They give you so much and they care about you; they become your best friend and part of the family.  Sure you have to walk them but personally, walking my dogs has become one of the best parts of my day; it's fun and it's a healthy activity to do.  Pets are so worth it.  They make you laugh a lot.  My little pug makes me laugh all the time because he is so small and everything he does is so cute. Pets also just want to make you happy.  My older pug hates to see me upset and will always run over to me right away and give me kisses and lets me pet her tummy (she thinks that since tummy rubs feel so good to her and make her happy that giving tummy rubs must make me really happy, she's so sweet :) ).

    When you have had a  long or hard day there is nothing like coming home to animals that love you and just want your attention.  Playing with your pet can really reduce your stress and turn a rough day into the best day.   Another favorite thing to do with my pet is curl up with them on the couch and snuggle with them after a busy day.  It's so relaxing and they are so cute and sweet.
   I personally feel that a pet can benefit your health, whether your sick with the flu or struggling with a serious illness.  Pets care about their owners and can sense when they are not well.  My pug will lay with me for hours when I'm sick and even will check on me throughout the night to make sure I'm ok.  Seeing a friendly animal can also greatly reduce your stress which in turn leads to a healthier you.  Lastly, you have to walk your dog and this is good for both the owner and the dog.
   A pet is a wonderful addition to almost any family.  They don't judge and are super forgiving.  They thouroughly care about their owner, make them laugh, and become their best friends.

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