My bestfriend, ride or die, soulmate, and companion: my dog. You are the best thing that's ever come into my life and without you I would incomplete. From sharing food to licking tears, you are there by my side. And here are just some of the reasons why I love you so damn much.

You can't talk. Sometimes I really wish I could understand what you're thinking but for the most part having someone to vent too that won't interrupt is exactly what I need. You wag your tail and crook your head to the side whenever I am talking and I love it, I love that you listen to my bullshit even if it doesn't make any sense to you. But no matter what I know you care and I know you are listening.

You cuddle. Late at night when I'm stressed or when I'm taking my daily nap you snuggle right beside me, give me a kiss, and we fit together like two matched puzzle pieces. You fill the void of my loneliness and sometimes, only sometimes, you let me be the little spoon. It just feels right to have you next to me. And you're good at giving me the warmth I need, emotionally and physically, because you're full of love and your hair is so long.

You're so adorable, it's almost impossible to handle. You may annoy the hell out of me sometimes, especially when it's six in the morning and you're barking at another damn squirrel, but when I look at that golden fur and big beautiful eyes I melt. You're cuter than anyone in this world and still chose to love me and that alone makes me feel special. But I will never get over how cute you are and I treasure all of you.

You're my guardian angel. There have been many times when we've encountered danger and you've always made sure I was safe before you were. I know that may just be an instinct but I also know it's because you want to protect me. That's when all your barking and growling comes in handy and I thank my lucky stars for it. I can't imagine if I didn't have you by my side, I'd probably be dead.

You're a good boy, for the most part. I admit, I spoil you more than I should, from treats to French fries, from one walk to two walks, I let you push me around but only because sometimes, like I said before, I can't handle how cute you are. But besides that you do as you're told and obey the rules. Sure you make mistakes, who doesn't? But pee stains on the rug are not as important as when you wait for me to come home, patiently and willing(doesn't mean you're off the hook for peeing on my new favorite rug).

And most importantly, you love me just as much as I love you.