Saying goodbye to your friends and family for college is hard, but saying goodbye to your dog is worse. If you've grown up with a dog, you'll understand that they can easily become your best friend. How do you just say goodbye to your best bud? Here are 11 reasons why life is ruff away from your furry friend:

1. There are no more nightly cuddles or a wet tongue licking your face to wake you up.

You have to use a real alarm clock now.

2. Times of stress become more difficult without your best bud to cheer you up.

They always know when you're having a bad day.

3. You're not sure which picture to pick out of the million you have to show your friends.

You would rather them meet in person so they really understand why you love your dog so much.

4. You find yourself googling...

Never really a successful search.

5. When a dog walks by, you get extremely excited and have a sudden urge to pet it.

You almost feel creepy asking the owner if you can pet their dog.

6. You can't just call or text them when you miss them. But sometimes Facetime will do...

Your puppy dog voice will hopefully make them recognize you.

7. At some point, you consider getting a fish just to feel better.

Unfortunately, fish aren't very fluffy.

8. You miss their constant love.

They love you no matter what.

9. There is no one there to entertain you.

They are always down to hang out with you.

10. You wonder if your dog misses you.

Hoping that they do because of how much you miss them.

11. Every time you say goodbye it gets worse and worse.

But there is nothing better than going home and finally reuniting with your best friend.