When you get that new puppy the first thing you do is begin teaching him. You teach him to sit, stay, and come, you teach him not to chew on your favorite shoes and where to go to the bathroom. What you don’t realize is the entire time you think you are teaching your dog all these great things your dog is teaching you as well. Sharing you home and life with a dog is sharing a learning experience as well. Here are some things that you can learn from your dog.

Enjoy The Simple Things In Life

The next time you get the chance watch your dog at play. The simple act of running, jumping and chasing his tail brings him such pleasure. A pat on the head or having his stomach or ears scratched will send him into the throws of ecstasy. Such simple things in life and your canine friend takes such sheer joy and pleasure it in. We too should learn to enjoy the simple things in life. A beautiful sunset, a perfect rose or that canine friend who lays by feet while we read a book.

Demonstrate Your Love With Open Affection

What dog owner has opened the door to be greeted by a thumping tail and excited bark or a wet doggy kiss. No matter what harsh word you may have said to him before you left the house your dog is always there for you demonstrating his love with open affection ready, willing and able to show you that he takes great joy and comfort in being with those he loves.

Offer Comfort With Actions Not Words

How many times when you have been feeling blue, when you feel sad or simply tired and worn out has your dog come and gently nuzzled your hand or laid his head upon your knee and offered his comfort silently letting you know he cares and that he is there for you. Actions often speak louder than words and your dogs silent compassion and understanding of your feelings always make you feel better and less alone.

Make Your Presence Felt

Have you ever tried to ignore that canine companion when he doesn’t want to be ignored. Dogs have a very effective way of making their presence felt and getting attention. And he can do it without barking or growling at you. All he needs to do is sit in front of you with his eyes fixed on your face. He makes his presence felt simply by expecting to receive your attention.

Dogs have a way of opening our eyes, hearts and minds to the world around us. They have a way of bringing us into their world and joining us in ours. They make us laugh, share our sadness and demonstrate unwavering love and loyalty. You can teach your dog every trick in the book, but, your dog will teach you about love, life and loyalty if only you let him, isn’t that what a true friend is?

Author Bio: Kelly Marshall is a popular writer at Oh My Dog Supplies – the leading online dog supplies store featuring best dog beds, elevated dog feeders, plastic dog bowls and more unique dog gear you won’t find at your local pet store.

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