A dogs purpose

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inthebarnagain

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Got this in an email today, thought I would share.


A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year old).

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolf hound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa , and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.

Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy...

Take naps.

Stretch before rising.

Run, romp, and play daily.

Thrive on attention and let people touch you.

Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.

On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.

When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

Be loyal.

Never pretend to be something you're not.

If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.

When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!




 

inthebarnagain

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I agree Knabe.  As a veterinary technician, I assisted or put down many animals (including my own) and some were almost too hard to do.  I am not sure I could have made it through that one. 
 

txshowlamb

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You know I had to put my dog down she was my baby about 3 weeks ago they have this same story framed in the room as she was diagonosed with cancer and we where waiting for the results I read this and broke into tears. Then the vet walked in and said  <cowboy>he had cancer I fell to the ground. 1 month after her diagnoses she had to be put down and it was in the same room and I saw the same story that always will stick in my heart it really makes you think as you see my qoute is "they leave when they teach us everything we need"as in this story it says the same thing. Thanks I really needed this today it made me think of all  the great memories of my baby! TXSHOWLAMB
 

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I recently lost my SWAT K-9 partner "Bronson" to cancer.  When he died a part of me went with him.  I just cant let him go.  He always had my back no matter what.  We ate together, slept together, worked together, and were inseperable.  I still cant sleep in my bedroom because he always slept right there with me.  I pray for all of you who have ever had to go through this.  I would give my farm to have Bronson back.
 

frostback

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aj said:
I thought the purpose of a dog was to lay in the sun and lick his acorns. ;D

I think that dogs have many purposes and that God gave them that talent as a bonus for putting up with us. Frostie
 
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