1. They're cute! Duh!

• This one is a no brainer. Who won't just want to walk up to your precious little dog?? You guys will spark up a conversation so easily, you'll ask yourself why you don't take your dog everywhere!

2. They won't say the wrong thing. (Or say nothing at all.)

• Yeah, you know that friend of yours who has no filter? Well,you don't have to worry about your friend butting in and making a stupid comment anymore! Dogs don't need any filter, because they're just perfect already. Also, you might have that one friend who isn't much help and makes everything a tad more awkward. Guess what? Goodbye awkward third wheeling!

3. They make you look good.

• Caring for a dog makes you look friendly and sensitive. Not the kind of sensitive that makes you seem like you need your mommy by your side 24/7, but just enough so that you seem sympathetic and easy to talk to.

4. They're loyal.

• Dogs will stay by your side through thick and thin! They won't leave you stranded while they go chase after someone else. (Unless, they smell a hot piece of meat fresh out the kitchen. No promises they'll stick with you then!)

5. They have a sense of humor.

• They know how to be silly! They'll do the cutest, most random things, which will for sure make you and the cutie you're eyeing laugh hysterically. No need for awkward ice breakers any more.

6. They won't try to steal your girl.

• Let's face it guys, how many times have you and your friend fought over who had dibs on the cute girl (or guy) who just passed by. Well, you don't have to worry about that with your furry companion! Maybe be a good friend though, and bring them a play date.