December 8, 2003

• Joyce emailed me some advice for living a dog's life:

  
  

  When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. 
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  Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
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  Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
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  When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
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  Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
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  Take naps. Stretch before rising.
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  Run, romp, and play daily...in your case train daily?
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  Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
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  On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
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  On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
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  When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
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  No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout... run right back and make friends.
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  Delight in the simple joy of a long walk
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  Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
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  Be loyal.
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  Never pretend to be something you're not.
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  If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
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  When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
  

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