Loyalty
Not something money can buy. You get it by showing someone you deeply care about them, that no matter the circumstances, you stand beside them. You get it by demonstrating time and time again that you have their back and that you would do anything and everything to make sure they are okay and have all they need.
Having the loyalty from those you love and care about is worth more than all the money in the bank, more than all the "things" we gather through out our lives.
And honestly, there's no loyalty better than that of a good dog. They give total and unconditional love, 24/7 until the day they take their last breath.
I sure wish they lived longer. Otto is just turning 4 years old and already I see the gray on the muzzle, arriving too soon, reminding me that his time is likely much shorter than mine.
But for now, I won't worry about that. I'll just concentrate on now and continue my efforts at maintaining his loyalty, trust, love and devotion and hope that I am half the person he thinks I am.
Loyalty
Not something money can buy. You get it by showing someone you deeply care about them, that no matter the circumstances, you stand beside them. You get it by demonstrating time and time again that you have their back and that you would do anything and everything to make sure they are okay and have all they need.
Having the loyalty from those you love and care about is worth more than all the money in the bank, more than all the "things" we gather through out our lives.
And honestly, there's no loyalty better than that of a good dog. They give total and unconditional love, 24/7 until the day they take their last breath.
I sure wish they lived longer. Otto is just turning 4 years old and already I see the gray on the muzzle, arriving too soon, reminding me that his time is likely much shorter than mine.
But for now, I won't worry about that. I'll just concentrate on now and continue my efforts at maintaining his loyalty, trust, love and devotion and hope that I am half the person he thinks I am.