A Pet's Ten Commandments

ali2005jason

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1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

 

 I found this on the end of an adoption application. I like it. The last one made me tear up but it's oh so true.

sandollar1010

This is really sweet and a little sad at the same time - thanks for sharing.  I have always felt the same way about number 10... for everything they do for us, it's only right.

Otterama

#10 almost made me cry. I'll never forget when we put our sweet Furby to sleep....we stayed in the room the whole time and to this day I'm not sure if it was the right decision for me...but it was for him, and that's what matters.

destination09

#10 made me cry.  My fur baby has been to the vet 5 times in the past six days and is there again for the final procedure they can try before we have to let go.  I just can't bear the thought of it!