Dogs are a man's best friend. There is no doubt about it. They are loyal, trustworthy, playful, and protective. It's no surprise that we cherish these creatures better than any of our friends and family. So, here are 18 reasons to prove you love your dog more than humans.

1. You can’t stand when people walk slowly in front of you, but when your dog wants to stop and sniff everything on a walk, you gladly let them.

2. You don’t care when others are sleeping, but you watch your dog sleep.

3. You have more pictures of your dog on your phone than anything else.

4. You decide not to buy yourself clothes, but you always pick up that dog costume your dog obviously needs.

5. You remember your dog's birthday, but not your friends'.

6. You will gladly hit another family member, but if you accidentally step on your dog's paw you feel as if life is over.

7. When you pick human hair out of your food you are disgusted, but it's different when you find your dog's hair.

8. Your dog's kisses are better than any human kiss.

9. Your dog is the only one who can get you excited when he brings a stick inside.

10. You rush in to see your dog before any other family member.

11. You don’t want to cuddle with anyone but your dog.

12. You gladly let your dog sleep in your bed, but no one else.

13. You take it extremely personally when someone says “It’s just a dog.”

14. You won’t share food with anyone but your dog.

15. Your dog can get you out of a bad mood when no one else can.

16. You like your friends, but are physically pained by how much you love your dog.

17. You have fun nick names for friends, but your dog's are the best.

18. Your dog comes before anyone and everyone.