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rkd Rookie

:D I was just sent this, and I thought it was worthy of sharing with everyone:

A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old)

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a

ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's

owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy,

Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were

hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I

told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker,

and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for

the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they

thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to

observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane

might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat

as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so

calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I

wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a

few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition

without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together

for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud

about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than

human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly,

piped up, "I know why."

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his

mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more

comforting explanation.

He said, "People are born so that they can learn how

to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the

time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old

continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so

they don't have to stay as long."

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn

things like:

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.

Take naps.

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 on your back on the grass.

On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady

tree.

When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire

body.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

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.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!

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2kids4me Contributor

I Loved it! :)

Sandy

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jerseyangel Proficient

That was great--thank you :D

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Cheri A Contributor

Thanks for posting that! It is very true!!

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nikky Contributor

that is so sweet and very true - thanks for sharing

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jennyj Collaborator

That was so sweet. I had to put my "Bandit" to sleep recently and this was a much neeeded boost. Thank you.

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Green12 Enthusiast

Thanks for posting this.

This is so true. Dogs are little unconditional lovers.

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rkd Rookie

Glad you all enjoyed this...we just got a puppy (4 1/2 months ago) and it has really out things into perspective, etc... :rolleyes:

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rkd Rookie

Glad you all enjoyed this...we just got a puppy (4 1/2 months ago) and it has really put things into perspective, etc... :rolleyes:

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