If your childhood didn't involve a dog, you have been missing out on the greatest best friend of all time. I got my dog when I was in fifth grade, and I have loved her ever since. Having a dog not only teaches you responsibility, but also gives you the gift of friendship. I'm not some weird dog-obsessed person (OK, maybe slightly), but if you have a dog, I'm sure you can relate.
Here are some of the many reasons why your dog is your real bff.
1. They're so cute
There is no such thing as an ugly dog. I mean, there is, but even ugly dogs are cute, somehow. And cute things make you smile. And smiling is good.
2. They always listen
Big ears or small ears, they are always open. They won't judge you or scold you for your mistakes. Sometimes you just need to talk things out, and your dog is the best way to do that. Maybe they can shake some sense into you about the weirdo you went to dinner with last week.
3. Cuddle buddy
Who needs a boyfriend when you've got a 60-pound lab to snuggle with?! Not me! But just to clarify, I wouldn't be opposed to a boyfriend. Even when your dog takes up 70 percent of the bed and make you lay in awkward positions, it's still really nice having the company.
4. They know when you're sad
You shed one tear, and somehow dogs just know. They come up to you, lay by you and comfort you in a way that is better than how anyone else can.
5. They make you laugh.
Dogs do some seriously weird stuff. Even though you feel kinda bad, you can't deny that you get a good laugh out when your dog runs into a wall.
6. They love food just as much as you
Eating is my favorite hobby, and when no one else wants to binge-eat with me, my dog will never say no.
7. They are protective and loyal
They will never forget you or ditch you. They will protect from the monsters under your bed and your dad's creepy old co-worker.
8. They love you always and forever
Dogs will never stop trying to get you to love them. No matter what you did, they will always be there. It's messed up that even after being abused previously in life, a dog will still love you. Who else can you say that about?
Dogs will always be there for you to love you and basically just make you happy. They listen to you cry, see all the weirdos you bring home from the bar and put up with that annoying high-pitched voice you that you talk to them in. Give your dog the same love and perhaps a piece of steak.
