If A Dog Were Your Teacher

Who doesn't love a dog right?  Growing up I had this cool dog named Trix.  There really wasn't anything all that special about Trix.  Just a good old dog who loved the family.  Then for many years there was Twinkie.  Yes, Twinkie.  Twinkie loved chasing a tennis ball and playing.  In general, a really silly but extremely loyal and loving dog.  And now I have this little five pound hairball named Molly who has become my friend.  We didn't start out that way...more of a standoff in the beginning...but now we're buddies.
So I got to thinking about dogs.  Wonder if a dog were your teacher?

If a dog were your teacher
These are some of the lessons you might learn.


When loved ones come home, always run to greet them
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face
to be pure ecstasy


When it's in your best interest
Practice obedience
Let others know when they have invaded your territory
Take naps and stretch before rising
Run  Romp and Play daily


Thrive on attention and let people touch you
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do
On warm days stop to lie down on your back on the grass
On hot days drink lots of water and lay under a shade tree
When you're happy dance around and wag your whole body


No matter how often you're scolded
Don't buy into the guilt thing and pout
Run right back and make friends


Delight in the simple joy of a long walk
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm 
Stop when you've had enough
Be loyal
Never pretend to be something you're not


If what you want lies buried
Dig until you find it
When someone is having a bad day
Be silent
...sit close by


...and nuzzle them gently.