Kathleen Granville
Feb 23, 2017 · 1 min read

Savior Dogs

Dogs are so much kinder than humans. We are not the “best” species on this planet…the animals in general, but dogs specifically, can teach us a great deal about unconditional love, complete acceptance, constant perseverance, what Hemingway called “grace under pressure”, and living life to its fullest. (Ever see a dog play?)

I am so glad that you have found your “bestie”, BFF. I am currently medicated for chronic depression and stress/anxiety disorder. I am trying to figure out how to get a dog — I have physical limitations, so I need a TINY dog to be able to handle it — into my life. My doctor has already agreed that I would benefit from an emotional support animal. I just know that if I had a dog, I probably wouldn’t need as much, if any, of the medications for my mental health. (Which is good, as the side effects are almost as devestating as the conditions they treat. But you knew that.)

Give Toby a good scritch on the top of his head and a big hug from me. He’s a GOOD BOY!!!

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