I feel so sorry for your neighbour/sisters pups! They are meant to be socialized. I work about 2 minutes from home, so it's nice that I can come home on my breaks and at lunch to hang with Deegan for a bit... But after I get home he is usually with me all the time. I will bring him to certain friends homes, my aunts house, dad's house, etc... I bring him shopping when I can bring him in with me. And when I'm not around, Julien my boyfriend hangs with him - they are the best of buddies too! He takes him for truck rides all the time. He sleeps on our bed with us.
We like to have him play with other dogs whenever possible... My cousin's dog, our neighbours dog, and my friends dog are always come by. They have a fuller, happier life if they are able to socialize... Those poor babies - maybe you should give you neighbour and sister a copy of "The Pet's Ten Commandments". I found it on here yesterday and had to send it out to everyone I knew. I can't remember where exactly I found it, but here it is:
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 only have 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' am not getting the right food or I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old and 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 our little critters.
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. |