I'm going to start by stating the obvious by saying we honestly don't deserve dogs. They don't really do anything but unconditionally love their humans, play fetch here and there, and sleep. Sometimes they are the perfect listening ear when nobody else is around. Let's face it, dogs are living creatures too and they come with the ability to listen and best of all, not judge! And who are they going to tell? They can't speak English (but how cool would that be?!) When there is nobody around during the day, and I find myself alone (again) and then look over and see my little friend sitting there, I start to pretend he can listen, understand, and maybe give me his opinion.