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A Thank You Letter To My Dog

A man's best friend.

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A Thank You Letter To My Dog
Lizzy Schumacher

M.K. Clinton once said, “The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a dog.”

So, this one goes out to all the dogs out there who teach us the important lessons in life.

To the one who is more excited to see us than anyone else every time we enter the door.

The one whose tail never stops wagging (unless they dig into the trash and get caught).

The one who never judges us for wearing the same shirt and sweatpants for three days in a row or waiting another day to shower when we both know we smell.

The one who is always smiling through the toy they drop right at our feet.

The one who is so self-less, he will follow you around the entire house just so you don't have to feel paranoid when you are home alone.

The one who is the first one to give you a kiss when you're having a rough (or ruff) day and snuggles with you at night.

The one who will go on a walk with you just so you can see that beautiful sunset you have wanted to see all day.

Yes, this one goes out to all the pups out there.

Because maybe you can't speak through words, but I believe you teach us people that actions speak way louder than words.

You teach us that it doesn't take words to show those around you that you love them.

And finally, you teach us that you don't need to expect anything in return from someone when you give them your love.

So, thank you, pup, for bringing never-ending joy and a whole lot of kisses to each life that comes into contact with. You truly are a man's best friend.

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