If a Dog Were Your Teacher ...

I'm a sucker for things that get passed along via e-mail (please don't spam me because I said that) and Betsy shared this one with me. Which ones do you like and which ones apply to your dog(s)?

If A Dog Were Your Teacher, You Would Learn Stuff Like:

**When love comes home, always run to greet them.
**Never pass the opportunity to go for a joy ride.
**Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. (Why we love convertibles.)
**When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
**Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
**Take naps. (Good one!)
**Stretch before rising.
**Run, romp and play daily.
**Thrive on attention and let people touch you. (See the Emily Varisco photo of greyhounds Harry Who (left) and Miz Baker.)
**Avoiding 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.
**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. (I believe in that one -- got it from my dad.)
**Stop when you've had enough.
**Be loyal. (A dog's absolute best trait.)
**Never pretend to be something you are not.
**When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
And finally ...
**Never trust anyone until you sniff their butt. Well 20 out of 21 ain't too bad!!!!