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Today we are more conscious of value than we have been in a long time. People are really thinking about what they eat, buy, watch, listen to and how they spend their time. One of the good things that have come about as a result of the current economic situation is the focus on value.
Pet lovers overwhelmingly agree that their dogs and cats are precious companions. Yes, the vet bills can pile up and there’s the food and various other costs but it’s so worth it in terms of what we get back.
Let’s look at what cats are good for:
a. There is something about a cat that is so calming. We are constantly living in a state of overwhelm and hurry-up! I used to have a sign that said “We are put on this earth to accomplish certain things. I am so far behind I’ll never die!” The first time I heard my cat Martin Luther Kitty purr I almost went into a coma.
b. Watch a cat and you will have a great example of how to relax and take care of yourself. It goes something like this:
- When under fire, take a nap!
- Don’t just go running into a room recklessly, stick your head in first and look around!
- Always, always be well groomed it’s a sign of good mental health.
c. Cats show us how to notice the little things in life that get overlooked as we rush around like crazy people. For example, a small bug crossing the living room floor doesn’t stand a chance with my Sofie around!
What are dogs good for?
a. You drag home absolutely whipped by a rough day at work and a traffic snarl that would try the patience of a saint. When you open the door, your dog almost looses his or her mind from the joy of seeing you, all that other “stuff” is forgotten. Folks, you can’t buy moments like that.
b. Not everyone is an extrovert who makes friends easily or effortlessly. All you need to do is put the leash on your dog and go for a walk or go to the dog park and watch what happens. People who ordinarily wouldn’t even make eye contact with you instantly become your friend. You are a part of the Fellowship of Dog Owners who have a lot in common and love to swap stories from puppy training to who is their favorite Vet.
c. Forget joining a gym and forking over your hard earned money, let your dog be your trainer. You need to get out and walk your dog, even if you have a yard in order give it the exercise your dog needs to stay healthy. Guess what? You also get the benefit of walking; it’s good for your heart and helps with weight loss. Once your dog gets a taste of this exercise, come the day you don’t “feel” like it your dog will be in your face like Jillian on The Biggest Loser!
Dogs and cats are good for far more than these few examples in terms of what they give us mostly by just being themselves!
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