When a girl turns 21, she normally goes out drinks as much as possible and doesn't remember what even happened on her birthday. In my case, all I wanted to do on my 21st birthday was adopt a shelter dog, and I did just that. After months of begging I finally convinced my parents that I could do this, I could take care of a puppy. It was the most rewarding thing to bring home my now 9 week old pit bull terrier mix.

Dogs are a girls true best friend, not diamonds.

Here's why:

1. They make the best movie buddy.

2. Nobody greets you like your furry friend.

3. You never need an alarm clock, 6:30 a.m. puppy breathe and kisses.

4. They don't complain when you dress them in ridiculous outfits.

5. You will have a companion for life.

6. The size of your dog doesn't matter (unlike a diamond)

7. He will always be there as your own personal vacuum to clean whatever food you've dropped.

8. He's cute, even if he is getting into the plants in the house.

9. He doesn't mind getting called all the ridiculous nicknames you have for him.

10. He will never talk back or give you an attitude.