I’ve been a dog lover since childhood. And not only me but my whole family has a feeling of affection towards animals, especially dogs. It was International Dog Day a few days ago but I couldn’t post anything because of being on hiatus, but you know, the word ‘late’ cannot stop me from showing my gratitude and love for these beautiful animals, right?
Dogs are humans’ best friends. Sometimes even more than best friends. Their love for their owners or whoever plays and spends time with them is just so pure and unconditional.
Numerous studies have shown that having a pet can lessen the symptoms of depression. Actually, even small interactions with dogs just like making eye contact with a dog cause the human brain to produce oxytocin, a hormone often referred to as the “cuddle chemical.” Oxytocin increases feelings of relaxation, trust, and empathy while reducing stress and anxiety. [Source: petsforpatriots.org]
In my 12 years of school, every day when I would come back home from school my dogs would be the first ones to greet me with too much excitement that I always had to run into my room. I would get even more exhausted after running but their cute smile would make me forget all the stress.
Before going to school I would always lock Tomo and Dobo in my room so they don’t follow me. However, one day I was getting late for school so I forgot to do that and when I reached school on my bicycle I realized that I didn’t come alone. Tomo followed me all the way to the school. Well, that was very irresponsible of me that I didn’t notice him following me on the street but it was a relief that he didn’t get hurt.
Unexpectedly our class teacher was so happy to meet my boy. I and my friends asked him to let Tomo stay with us for that day and promised that we won’t cause any trouble. Sir agreed and my friends were all so excited. To be honest, they never seemed so happy to be with me the way they were with my dog lol.
That day I realized how dogs bring out the playful side of us and how can we forget about all the stress and worries for some moments.
I miss him so much. I regret that I never told him that he makes my life better. How grateful I was to have him by my side. I know Dobby misses him even more, they were like brothers. I wish I could’ve spent more time with him.
Here’s a song that is close to every dog lover…
Lately, I’ve been, I’ve been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
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