Reasons to get a dog
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Whether you want a companion or a guardian, here are a few reasons to get a dog.
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1.
to play catch
7 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
2.
to take walks with
your dog can help you stay healthy--if he needs a walk, so do you!
5 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
3.
to teach them tricks
4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
4.
to show at dog shows
4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
5.
to entertain you
4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
6.
to fetch the mail
3 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
7.
to train for agility
3 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
8.
to alert you a seizure is eminent
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
9.
to be your ears if you can't hear
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
10.
to be your eyes if you are blind
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
11.
to be a companion
A dog will listen to all your troubles, forgive all your faults, and be a faithful friend
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
12.
To alert you to visitors
Small yippy dogs are great at raising the alarm when someone comes to the house.
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
13.
to guard your home
Look for a dog with territorial instincts, but that is friendly to people who actually belong in the home.
2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
14.
to rescue you if you fall in water
1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -
15.
to breed
1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -
16.
to herd your sheep
Make sure you choose a herding dog with the right instincts, and training will be a breeze.
0 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
17.
to help you get around
-1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -
18.
to meet new friends
at dog training class, at the dog park, at the pet food store!
-2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
19.
to keep you company on a run
-2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
20.
to be your eyes if you are bling
-5 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -
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