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12 Reasons Every College Student Needs A Dog

College is hard, but a dog makes everything better.

Trinity King

Dec 15, 2015

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12 Reasons Every College Student Needs A Dog

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Dogs are man's best friend for a reason. They're loyal, loving, playful and an endless source of happiness. With the amount of crazy college has packed into every day, here are some reasons I believe every college student needs a dog in their life.

1. They greet you at the door.

Because there's nothing than better than opening your door and your dog jumping all over you because they're so excited you're home.

2. They're always happy.

How can you not be happy after seeing this face?

3. They give you an excuse to be active.

Every college student knows how challenging it is to convince yourself to go work out, but if you have to go walk your dog every day you'll be getting your work out in and making sure your dog doesn't turn your living room into the bathroom.

4. They'll never judge you.

They don't care if you haven't showered in two days or if you're on your fourth glass of wine. They'll still love you just the same.

5. They're always down for a nap.

6. They actually think you're cool and they genuinely want to hang out with you.

Why would you choose to hang out with anyone else when your dog already thinks you're the coolest person alive?

7. If you don't feel like moving from the couch, they'll lay there with you all day.

They like cuddling just as much as you. So turn on your latest Netflix show and get ready for a relaxing day with your best friend.

8. They'll comfort you.

Whether you just failed a test or you're fighting with a friend, your pup will be there to comfort you through it all.

9. They'll make you laugh.

He just wants to go swimming!

10. They'll make you very popular with your friends.

I mean, they may start choosing to hang out with you just because of the dog, but at least they're hanging out with you.

11. They'll always be your best friend.

And the only person you'd share your hot dog with.

12. They love you unconditionally.

No matter what, your dog will always love you.

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12 Reasons Every College Student Needs A Dog

College is hard, but a dog makes everything better.

1. They greet you at the door.

2. They're always happy.

3. They give you an excuse to be active.

4. They'll never judge you.

5. They're always down for a nap.

6. They actually think you're cool and they genuinely want to hang out with you.

7. If you don't feel like moving from the couch, they'll lay there with you all day.

8. They'll comfort you.

9. They'll make you laugh.

10. They'll make you very popular with your friends.

11. They'll always be your best friend.

12. They love you unconditionally.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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