Ten Commandments From A Dog Poem by Jinx Natta

1- My life lasts between ten to fifteen years. Every separation from
you means suffering for me. Think about this before you decide whether
or not to take me!

2- Give me time to understand what you are asking from me.

3- Instill confidence in me - I thrive on it!

4- Do not be angry with me for a long time and do not lock me up for
punishment! You have your work, your pleasure, your joy - I have only
you.

5- Talk often to me! Even if I do not understand you completely, I do
understand the tone of your voice when you talk to me.

6- Know that, no matter how I am being treated, I shall
never forget
it!

7- Keep in mind, before you hit me, that my jaws could crush the
knuckles of your hand with ease, but that I do not make use of them.

8- Before you scold me when working with me, consider: perhaps I am
uncomfortable from digesting my last meal;
perhaps I was exposed to the sun too long; or perhaps I have a wornout
heart.

9- Take care of me when I am old - you too are going to be old one
day.

10- Be with me when my going gets rough. Everything is easier for me
when you are beside me.
(poem origonally taken down for no good reason. first added july 10, taken down the 12 added again the 13.)