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An Open Letter to My Dogs

Thank you for everything

Alysa J. Martin

Jul 05, 2016

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Alysa J Martin

If you own a dog, then you understand how amazing dogs are. They are so loving and caring, and completely unselfish.

In order to really explain how my dogs have impacted my life, I decided to write a letter.

Dear Naci, Nikki and Nestle (and my doggie looking down from heaven, Nakita),

Thank you for filling a void in my heart I never knew existed. Before I owned a dog I never knew how much I could ever love a dog. Once I got my first dog, I had suffered a bite to the face requiring 12 stitches and missing my eye by a centimeter. I know that it wasn't his fault, and he didn't mean to hurt me, but I was young and scared. Thank you for teaching me to not be afraid. If it wasn't for Naci I'm not sure I would have ever loved another dog again but, she changed my mind. I loved Naci so much, and I never knew how much I could love another dog. Yet every single one of you gave me another reason to love you. Thank you for teaching me how to love unconditionally.

Thank you, for helping me through some hard times. Like when you always would kiss my face when I cry, or let me complain to you without ever saying anything back. Just always listening. (Even if you can't talk back or understand anything I am saying). Thanks for always cuddling and hugging me, and just being there. Now, I understand why a dog is called a (wo)man's best friend, because thats exactly what all of you are.

Thank you for your hilarious personalities and always having a way to bring me joy. Each of you are unique and nothing makes me happier than seeing you each be yourselves. Some who may not love dogs like myself may not realize what I mean here... but you are each kind of like your own little person. I can't wait to see how many other amazing dogs I will meet throughout my lifetime, but I promise to never ever forget you or your little quirks.

Thank you for being a part of the family. I know you aren't even the same species as I am but I couldn't imagine growing up without you all as a part of my "pack." You have taught me life lessons, responsibility, love, happiness and so much more. Being an only child, it made me really bond with you all, and you were more like a sibling to me than a pet. Thank you for giving me a "sibling" I never had.

I know when I read this letter to you all you will have absolutely no idea what I am saying to you, but I know that you all know in your own way how I feel about you. Just know I am thankful for all you have given me. I can never repay you for your gentleness, protection and unrestricted, unselfish love.

Sincerely,

The leader of your little doggie pack

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