My dogs are family. They are involved in everything we do.
This I think says everything:
My Dog, My Shadow
Wherever I go, you follow near,
Through every joy, through every fear.
You do not ask the reason why,
You only stay, you never try.
Your paws may tread a humble ground,
But in your heart, true love is found.
You see in me no flaws, no shame,
To you, I’m perfect all the same.
I give you food, a place to rest,
But you, my dog, give me the best
A love so pure, so strong, so true,
A gift for life, and all from you.
And if the day should come too fast,
When all that’s left are memories past,
Your loyalty will still remain,
Forever written in my veins.
By Arjun D. Batayen