As we are headed into a month that is centered on "falling in love" it makes you wonder what it is that pulls on your heartstrings. What it is that hooks each of us into years of shedding, drool, vet bills and sloppy kisses?
Each one of my dogs over the years has taught me the value of true love in its rawest form. Puppies have peed on me, thrown up on me when sick and I have spent a dollar amount I wouldn't disclose even if I had all the numbers added up in one column. What drew me in each time to making the decision to bring that little fur ball home? It doesn't help that they look like every stuffed animals I owned as a child. I was a HUGE stuffed animal aficionado. I guess I should have always seen the love for dogs forthcoming in my adult life.
I guess I have to say that for me it is the look in their eyes and their personality. Some of the strongest reactions I have experienced in life have been to animals in need. If I am being honest though, when I am snuggling with one of my pups, I sometimes wonder who needs each other more? It comes from the deepest place in my heart and sometimes even in my stomach. They can toss give you a look that will stop you dead in your tracks, not to mention the smell of puppy breath and their unconditional love is unmatched.
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