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I read this in yahoo group I am in "peaceablepaws" And wanted to share it with my readers.
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Ten Commandments for a Responsible Pet Owner...“Ten Commandments for a Responsible Pet Owner” as dictated
by the
pet.
I want to share with you something I heard on Paul Harvey not long ago. It’s
entitled, “Ten Commandments
for a Responsible Pet Owner” as dictated by the
pet.
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely
to be painful.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
4. Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You
have your work, your friends,
your entertainments. But I have only you.
5. Talk to me. Even if I don’t understand your words, I do understand your
voice when speaking to me.
6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that
could easily crush the bones in your
hand, and yet I choose not to bite you.
8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if
something might be bothering me. Perhaps
I’m not getting the right food, I have
been in the sun too long or my heart might be getting old or weak.
9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
10. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me
please. Never say you can’t bear
to watch. Don’t make me face this alone.
Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of
them. Life would be a much duller, less
joyful thing without God’s critters.
