Dogs aren't called man's (or woman's) best friend for nothing. Every dog owner out there is convinced that their fur baby is the best around - and they're right. No matter what kind of pup it is, how big or small, or old or young, dogs will always be better friends than humans, and here are five reasons why.
1. They are people magnets.
Looking to get a girl's attention, boys? Get a puppy. Seriously. Everyone loves dogs. Walking downtown with my dogs it was so hard to not get stopped by people asking to pet them. The pups love the attention, we love the attention. It's a win-win.
2. They are the best listeners.
I don't know about you guys, but my parents aren't the best listeners. Sometimes you just need to vent without someone trying to give you advice. Whenever I was upset as a kid, I could always count on my boxer to crawl up in my bed with me and make things a little bit better. They may not understand why you're crying over that older boy, or why you and your best friend are fighting, but you can always count on your pup to be there when you need to spill your feelings.
3. They are cuddle-able space heaters.
You never have to worry about being cold when you are half covered by a blanket of fur. To this day when I visit home, my pup still sleeps right next to me, or directly on top of me, in bed. Waking up nice and cozy, with a softly breathing, adorable little ball of fur next to you is always the best feeling.
4. They won't bad-mouth you to other people.
Yeah, so what, dogs can't actually talk. That's beside the point. When you would come home from school was it ever your parents or siblings that were waiting at the door excited to see you? No. It was your dog. They love you unconditionally, and luckily it is mutual.
5. They are loyal and protective.
Throughout my life I have bred and raised boxers and now we currently have a miniature toy poodle (my mom's idea). Either way, all of our dogs have always been incredibly loyal. Anytime we felt uncomfortable or threatened, our pups were by our sides, making sure everything was OK, I hate thunderstorms, and have always been afraid of thunder. During any thunderstorm, I always had a pup hiding under the covers with me. Through thick and thing and thunder, you can always count on a pup to stay right by your side.
