Dogs: Companions through Thick and Thin
Modern society has developed a wonderful dependence on our dogs! We do not use dogs merely for companionship. Dogs are loyal companions and guards of our families and businesses. Service dogs provide for the needs of not only the blind, but for a variety of people with health issues that prevent them from accomplishing the tasks that we then assign to their dogs. Dogs are very accomplished at learning both tasks that make them good companions and make them wonderful workers. Police utilize dogs for many tasks, and in this case the dog is completely dedicating it’s life to work just as hard as it’s handler. They also make sure they bring the appropriate dog travel products when cruising the streets.
Dogs are used in the military in much the same manner. You’ve probably noticed that dogs have a place in entertainment as well. You can see dogs in various commercials, movies and TV shows worldwide. Think of how many times you have seen a dog in movies! Canines are highly trainable, though some are easier to train than others, and will happily show off that they learn. But they also love to relax, chewing on dog squeaky toys, and just enjoying being a dog. Also, dogs are showcased in dog events and shows worldwide. These dogs show either excellence in skill or have an exactness of the breed characteristics. This too provides entertainment for the audience and a devotion to the chosen breed. Each dog breed has different characteristics then the next, making them more suitable for different jobs.
Most dogs are more than suitable as companions, however! This is a job the dog takes on in addition to any other job given. Dogs thrive on approval, so they will do what is necessary to get the job done. Their greatest reward is the words “Good Dog” and the greatest reprimand that can be given is “Bad Dog”. Every dog loves a tasty treat, but just saying a kind word or giving them a pat on the head is all they truly want. This can be something given by adults as well as children. That is probably why we grow up loving our dogs and later have dogs as part of our families when we are grown and have children of our own. Then the cycle of happiness continues for the following generation.
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