The D Spot

My kids and I watched 10 Promises to my Dog a few months ago, a beautiful heart warming movie. At that time, I tried to transcribe the 10 Promises but I could not catch up. It’s so timely that I got this from the email, which I am sharing with you.

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don’t understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I’m not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can’t bear to watch. Don’t make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

Here’s sharing with you a video on Mucci, our 2-year old Golden Retriever whom Monica has trained (following YouTube tutorials).

More of Mucci’s tricks here:  DIY-Training DOG.

In closing , here are some lessons from DOG (you’ll find more from myepinOy’s BLOG), like:

Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.

And MOST of all…
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.

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