Woof

 They are our first friends. Before we wander out into the world the family dog teaches us how to be a friend.  How to care for someone other than ourselves. They teach us about loss and death. 

In the middle of our lives they are a faithful companion. Someone who is always excited to see us come home. 

In our old age they are there to ensure we are never lonely. The don’t care about our infirmity or loss of memory. 

Then there is this.