CANINE BILL OF RIGHTS
We have the right to be full members of your family. We thrive on
social interaction, praise and love.
We have the right to stimulation. We need new games, new toys, new
experiences, and new smells to be happy.
We have the right to regular exercise. Without it, we could become
hyper, sluggish . . . or fat.
We have the right to have fun. We enjoy acting like clowns now and
then; don't expect us to be predictable all the time.
We have the right to quality health care. Please stay good friends with
our vet.
We have the right to a good diet. Like some people, we don't know
what's best for us. We depend on you.
We have the right not to be rejected because of your expectations that
we be great show dogs, watchdogs, hunters, baby-sitters, etc.
We have the right to receive proper training. Otherwise, our good
relationship could be marred by confusion and strife - and we could become
dangerous to ourselves and others.
We have the right to guidance and correction based on understanding and
compassion, rather than abuse.
We have the right to live with dignity . . . and to die with dignity
when the time comes.- Author Unknown