College is "ruff". The late nights studying, making new friends, and learning how to handle life on your own. What we really need is some companionship, and who better to comfort and help us than man's best friend? Dogs know the struggle is real sometimes and they totally capture the troubles of college life. They find the perfect balance between work, play, exercise, and rest. Dogs seem to hold the secret to handling life well. In any case, here are some dogs that perfectly capture college life:

1. When you realize that you really have gained the "freshman 15"

This dreaded moment when you come to the realization that your pants are just a tad tight, and you may have gone on a few too many ice cream runs. Ugh. Time to eat a salad.

2. When you actually have to eat healthy

There comes a point where you have to start eating salads and stop eating Chick-fil-a.

3. When the semester starts and your meal plan is full

Pure bliss. You have lots of money to spend and you know just where it's going. This is probably where the "freshman 15" started.

4. When you're trying to get that "ring by spring"

You know the pressure to find "the one" by the time you're out of college and you're trying your best.

5. When you have a workout buddy

After you've gained the "freshman 15" you feel like you should go to the gym. But going to the gym alone is awkward. Right? Not if you have a great buddy it isn't!

6. When you make a great friend

Whether you meet them in a class or on your hall, you are bound to meet at least one amazing friend in college. Or two. Or ten.

7. When an event has free food

The term "free food" is basically the call of the college student. Say it and they will come running like a herd of wildebeest.

8. When you learn how to longboard

Long boarding is a college student trademark and a main mode of transportation around campus.

9. When you have lots of homework to do, but you also want to talk to your mom

Finding balance is hard, so sometimes you have to multitask. Plus, it's not procrastinating when you're talking to your mom. Right?

10. When you get called on in class but you didn't do your homework

Mayday, mayday, participation points plummeting. Time to think on your feet.

11. When you have no idea what's happening in class

This happens to all of us. You zone out for a minute and suddenly you have no idea what the professor is talking about.

12. When you don't want to get up in the morning

Mornings are hard. Naps are necessary. Especially in college.

In the end, dogs truly capture what it is to be a college student.