Dogs rule and deserve to know it, too. Sometimes I think I make my family nervous because of how much time I spend with my dog, and choose to hangout with her over any human if I have the choice. If you've noticed a trend that the person you talk to the most isn't actually another person.. chances are, you're an A1 dog mom (or dad).

Here are some things you've definitely found yourself saying to your pooch, whether you're willing to admit it or not.

1. "Well aren't you just the" *untranslatable* "mushygushybestestcutestnicestmostAMAZING puppy in the WHOLE world!! Yes you ARE!"

2. "*Insert various family member* is being a bitch, let's go"

3. *While driving* "Oh my god look at that little dog over there!! Look out the window!! Awww, I bet you guys would be great friends"

4. "You are so much cuter than that dog. Don't even worry about it"

5. *A dog ignores your dog who's really wanting to play so your heart is slightly broken* "Honestly, that was so bitchy. You deserve so much better in a dog friend"

6. "Who's a good girl/boy?!?! YOU ARE"

7. "Want some pizza?" *Realizes she isn't human and you spend too much time with a thing that can't talk.. and shouldn't eat pizza* *Oh well, one bite won't hurt*

8. "What're we doin' tonight?"

9. "I'm so trashed right now do NOT wake up mom or dad"

10. *Barks* *Hears parents move in their room* "Are you trying to ruin my life?"

11. "I wish you could talk"

12. "You're the best listener ever"

13. "I need to work on being as good of a person as you think I am"

14. *Leaving for school* "I promise I'm coming back as soon as possible... Only because you're here but don't tell anyone I said that"

15. "On a second thought... I wonder if I could keep you hidden on campus." (I did this with my hedgehog freshman year, and it's still and probably will always be my peak)