{"id":13770,"date":"2023-03-02T18:20:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-02T18:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/?p=13770"},"modified":"2023-03-04T11:45:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-04T11:45:43","slug":"things-ive-learned-from-being-a-dog-owner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/things-ive-learned-from-being-a-dog-owner\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Things I\u2019ve Learned from Being a Dog Owner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Dogs aren\u2019t just the man\u2019s best friend. They are also responsible for bringing up joy, love, and hope in every family or home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They can be the source of fun and laughter that no one can ever do. Dogs can also leave valuable lessons in life that we can cherish for the rest of our lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some realize it after losing their dogs, while some can already realize it by having them alive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Given that, here are the top 12 lessons that I have learned, and you can learn from owning dogs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These life lessons guarantee you positive changes in life and your outlook towards reality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, let\u2019s start! <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n As human beings, we tend to be in the middle of complex thoughts rattling against one another inside our heads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These thoughts range from the simplest to the most complicated ones that lead us to overthink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, dogs aren\u2019t like us. Dogs live in the moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They are the most appreciative and grateful beings that even a simple walk with their owners already means life to them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With that, they are regarded as the most mindful beings. This is the first life lesson that we, the humans, must learn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Nowadays, we tend to overthink due to the influence and pressure of other people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We tend to worry a lot about the future by neglecting the present. We always look after what is not ours when, in fact, we already have so much to be grateful for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n May the dogs then teach us how to be always mindful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Next, dogs can also teach us how to be calm and keep going despite our circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you can observe, dogs can easily become comfortable in any sleeping position<\/a> they can have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They do not stress nor freak out. Instead, they remain to be calm and enjoy what they have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, when a dog gets stuck in the cat door<\/a>, they do not freak out. They remain calm until they find a way to get out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is another lesson that we all need to learn as we tend to stress out immediately after being put in an uncomfortable situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This teaches us to be calm and keep on trying until we made our way out of any uncomfortable circumstance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Dogs are the most loyal<\/a> and faithful beings. Whatever they do, they intend it to their owners, such as protecting us in times of danger even though it\u2019ll put them in danger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They also find a way to come back after getting lost accidentally or intentionally by dumping them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They are the most faithful beings that they do not want to leave our side as much as they can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a must-have value that we need to apprehend. Being faithful can lead us to greater things such as stronger relationships, better communication, and happier living. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, faithfulness does not end with that. It includes other things, such as superstition beliefs. God, for example, we need to remain faithful to Him. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Our life does not end with school, work, or a house. We need to step out and discover new things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is what being adventurous is that it is natural for dogs. Aside from walking, dogs love to go trekking, camping, hiking, and so much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They are always open to more adventures and discoveries. They do not limit themselves as long as they can bear it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are already lots of videos circling on the internet showing how adventurous the dogs are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some dogs can surf, swim, hike, and so much more. These are the moments that we shouldn\u2019t miss just because we are afraid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We need to step out of our comfort zones and become adventurous. Besides, adventures bring new and unique experiences, so why we\u2019ll stop ourselves? <\/p>\n\n\n\n We shouldn\u2019t uphold being hesitant to almost everything we experience in life. If you want to surf, then go on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to get sunburn and drive to the beach, then go. See, life isn\u2019t always about the job, school, and others else. Let us all learn to live our life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Dogs are family<\/a>. They may not be human in structure and nature, yet the bond they provide truly feels like a family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With that, it teaches us to think that families do not depend on blood. Being an animal and other beings do not limit the entitlement of being a family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, dogs can understand and act as a family too. They can save us from any harm, provide us joy, peace, endless laughter, and a source of hope. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, some people treat their dogs like their own children. Given that, we all need to be kind and think of everyone as family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s spread love and peace like we are one family without thinking about nature, kind of being, race, color, gender, and so many more. Being a family does not have any exceptions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Another lesson that dogs can teach us is to be appreciative of our size and shape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people nowadays feel insecure about their bodies, which is largely dominated by the influence of social media. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This doesn\u2019t seem right as we kill the confidence and inner beauty we all have within us. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, dogs love their shape and size, whatever it is. Though it can be amputated, dogs still find a way to cope with it and enjoy life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Being Mindful.<\/h2>\n\n\n
2. Be Calm and Keep Going.<\/h2>\n\n\n
3. Be Faithful.<\/h2>\n\n\n
4. Be more adventurous. <\/h2>\n\n\n
5. Being family does not depend on blood. <\/h2>\n\n\n
6. Appreciate your size and shape.<\/h2>\n\n\n