Being a dog owner means you have a special bond that can never be broken.

It means that you have a love that will never die.

It means putting your dogs happiness above your own because you know he deserves time outside.

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It means bragging about him the way other people brag about their babies.

Being a dog owner means getting used to having your favorite black pants covered in fur.

It means always having someone who is willing to listen without judgement.

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In your opinion, hes the smartest dog in the world.

Being a dog owner means spending more money on him than on yourself.

It means picking up a new toy for him every time you visit the pet store.

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Being a dog owner means taking control when you have friends and family over.

It means teaching your dog not to jump on everyone who walks through the door.

And it also means teaching your visitors that its not okay to feed him buckets of their table scraps.