[Dubya]

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 thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them.

Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God’s critters.

[WayzataJOHNN]

Instant Office Chocolate Cake
(also good around the house for that special snack)

Directions

1/4 cup flour,
5 tablespoons sugar,
2 tablespoons cocoa powder,
1 egg, 3 tablespoons milk,
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
a dash of vanilla extract and salt

Place in a large mug and whisk until smooth.
Microwave until puffed, about 2 minutes.

A personal chocolate cake just for you!

[Diver Dave]

A Pet’s Ten Commandments is posted on the door at our Vet’s examination rooms.

I read it again when we took Jack in for his last visit. Started a flow of tears again on that sad day and again today.

[Billie]

That was a tough post to read - I get so emotional thinking about our little pets and especially as they start getting older.

[Dubya]

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO Video: Shelter takes in two-legged puppies

[tiapam]

"A PET’S TEN COMMANDMENTS........."

Oh my! How sad! No. 10 really got to me, as my dog will be 15 yrs. old in October and when the time comes, it'll be sooooo very sad! She definitely won't be alone!!

[jaycee]

This is wonderful. I must copy this one, Dubya.

[Dubya]

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....