Dogs are "human's best friend" for a very good reason; they are the perfect companion. Dogs are loyal, love unconditionally, find joy in the most tedious tasks and have a keen sense for human emotion. If you don't have a dog, it's time you went to the local animal shelter and adopted your new best friend! And if you need any more convincing, here are ten reasons to do it NOW.

1. It's a real life "awww."

While everyone can agree that a cute puppy gif makes any day brighter, imagine how bright your days could be with A REAL LIFE PUPPY living life with you every day. It would be non-stop "aww" and love. Does it get any better than that? No. It doesn't.

2. Chores lose the bore.

Without a dog watering the lawn is just you standing there with a hose, watering the lawn. With a dog watering the lawn is you playing a wild game of water tag with your furry companion.The same goes for any boring chore, add a dog and it is suddenly an exciting game for two!

3. You'll have a constant shoulder to cry on.

Human friends are awesome, don't get me wrong. But having a dog means having a companion there 24/7 whole-heartedly devoted to you. It can be incredibly therapudic to talk to your dog about life's problems and your dog will always be there to listen and give you a kiss for cheer.

4. Cuddles.

Need I say more? Furry, cozy, loving cuddles.

5. Dogs lead to healthy living.

According to the National Center for Health Research, a Chinese study spanning six years concluded that people with dogs had less doctor visits, took fewer days off of work, and excercised more than those without a dog. http://center4research.org/healthy-living-preventi...

6. Do You like to laugh?

It's that simple. Owning a dog will naturally lead to countless laughs. Whether you're laughing at their naiveté or their antics, it's 100% proven that owning a dog will lead to laughter which increases your life span, so see #5 again!**

**100% proven by me.

7. It will prepare you for life in the most fun way possible.

We all know growing up is hard, "adulting" is the last thing any of us really want to do and yet it must be done. Owning a dog is a great way to gain some responsibility and get a jump start on being a "real adult person" minus all the pain and hardship of normal adulting! It's like being a grown up, but FUN!

8. It will make you more attractive.**

Another %100 proven fact, owning a dog makes you more attractive to literally everyone.

**Still only proven by me, not science.

9. Instant BFF.

Your dog is going to love you more than life itself. Getting a dog is like getting an immediate best friend. They'll follow you everywhere, be incredibly excited when you come home, and always have tail wags and kisses for you even if you just happen to glance their way. What more could you want in life?

10. You're saving a life.

According to the ASPCA, in the US alone approximately 1.4 million dogs are euthanized each year. By adopting a dog from your local shelter you help save a life. Of the 3.9 million dogs that enter shelters each year only 35% are adopted. Help increase that number and go to your local shelter today. You won't regret it.

If you're interested in adopting a dog, the Lawton Humane Society has far too many looking for forever homes. Check them out!

"My sunshine doesn't come from the skies, it comes from the love in my dogs eyes." -Author Unknown