The 8 Stages Of Missing Your Dog
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The 8 Stages Of Missing Your Dog

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I may have just seen my dog over thanksgiving break, but that doesn't mean I'm not having serious fluff withdrawals. Leaving your dog is probably the worst thing about going back to school. You just have to remind yourself it's not goodbye, it's see you later. It's easier said than done, however. Here are things all dog-lovers go through when they leave and are away from their favorite furballs:

1. Attempting to steal your dog

And bring it back to school with you. Sadly you are caught every time and forced to leave the pup at home. Don't give up however, one of these times you might actually get away with it.

2. Knowing that goodbyes are the hardest

How can you leave those puppy dog eyes? It literally breaks your heart as you say goodbye and head back to school every single time. You probably have to tell yourself not to cry, but end up crying anyway. It's okay and totally normal, at least for me it is.

3. Getting back and remembering you no longer have a cuddle buddy

Who is going to snuggle with me whenever I want now that I'm back at school? Seriously, it's a real tragedy. Dogs are the best remedy for finals stress, but it's hard when your dog is too far away. *cue the tears*

4. Not having a door greeter

Realizing your best furry friend isn't going to greet you with a loving welcome at the end of each day. Dog greetings make even the worst days better and that's much needed in college.

5. Requesting to FaceTime your dog

You call your mom almost daily just to FaceTime your dog. Your non-dog-loving friends think you're crazy, but don't listen to those haters.

6. Finding ways to talk about your dog with your friends

And people who aren't your friends. And then you show them pictures even when they don't ask. You're just a proud parent showing off your child, so there's no judgment, right? If they're annoyed, you don't need those kinds of dog haters in your life. Just keep showing off your child.

7. Counting down the days until you can see your dog again

And your family...I guess. But your dog is obviously the most important reason to come home. Let the countdown begin and watch the numbers get lower and lower as you come closer to the best day of winter break. The day you finally get to pet your dog again.

8. Nearly crying every time you see another dog

Because you miss yours so much and can't stand the long distance relationship. Thank god it doesn't last forever, and you'll be reunited soon. It's time to do your happy dance and see the light at the end of the dark tunnel of being away from your pup.

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