This was passed on to me via email.  I would like to know who to attribute this work to...anyone know the author?

A PET'S TEN COMMANDMENTS....

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.

Take a moment today to be grateful for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without them.

Now please pass this on to other pet owners. We do not have to wait for Heaven, to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness. It is here on earth and has four legs!

 

Meet Chili! He is a Hiway Dog!
Having logged over 6,000 vacation miles with his people, Chili as proven to be a great companion on the road. However, his owners report curtailing their vacation in South Western states last Spring. They found they couldn't stop at casinos, enjoy fine restaurants, or enjoy state parks because of general lack of consideration to travelers with pets. Shady parking was hard to come by, ammenities all but non-existant.

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