I could not imagine my life without a dog in it. Ever since I was little, I’ve always had a dog around the house and I didn’t know how much it impacted my life until I went to college without one. I have realized how imperative it is to have a dog, at least some point in your life, as they truly do make you a better person.

Here are some of my favorite reasons why everyone should own a dog at least once in their life!

1) They adore you. No matter what dog you have, it will absolutely love you unconditionally, no matter what.

2) They are great snugglers. All dogs just want to be loved and given attention so whenever they get the chance, they will be your forever cuddle buddy.

3) They are always happy to see you. Whether you’re crying, laughing, yelling, or just out of your element, your dog will not care nor will they know. They will still wag their tail and give you tons of kisses when they see you.

4) They will be your best friend. Dogs really are a man/woman’s best friend because they are so loyal and great listeners. You can vent to your dog whenever you need to and they will never judge you. You can ask them to go with you anywhere and they will always come. Most importantly, you can ALWAYS count on them to not be too busy to hangout with you; they’ll never ditch you for anyone else!

5) They teach you how to be selfless. With a dog, you have to put them first in every situation. They are part of your family, and you have to learn responsibility with them. You will become so selfless with a dog because you will see how much caring for them and putting them before yourself makes their whole world better.

So, no matter what type of dog you get, or where you get it from, you will have the best years of your life with the perfect companion by your side.