Do you remember your experiences with your pet dog when you were growing up? Our family always had a dog, so I remember many such occasions and they were all great memories. There is a world of pet dog personality traits that you teach your pet and usually even more they can teach you.
We love great stories about pets, especially when there are special meanings behind them. That is especially true when the story also involves learning. It has since become one of our all-time favorites on learning … simple but very thoughtful and with great meaning.
Before we describe the personality traits that your pet can teach you, we want to share a great, short video about a little boy and his dog. Watch carefully and you will see the learning exchange between the two. Count how many personality traits you notice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_EZDBVuOk4
This story, and no doubt there are many more like this in one way or another, showcase love, loyalty, service and companionship of both our beloved canine companions and their families.
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If a dog was able to be your mentor he would choose to teach you the following personalities he demonstrates on most days:
Hold no grudges
Avoid biting, when a simple growl will do.
Greetings
When loved ones come home, always happily go to meet them and show them how happy you are to see them.
Personality traits … show your happiness
When you’re happy show it. Show your happiness even when you’re not happy.
Negative personality traits … enjoy the ride
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Fresh air
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Show patience
Above all show your patience to all those trying times around you.
Be obedient
When it is in your best interest (most of the time), practice obedience.
Your space
When you need your space and privacy, let others know when they’ve crowding you.
Take naps
Never neglect a short nap when you have a few open minutes.
Stretch
Always stretch well before moving out.
Enjoy playing
Run, romp, and be playful at least once per day,
Appreciate attention
Thrive on attention and let people touch and show their love.
Enjoy every minute
On warm days stop to lie on your back on the grass.
Take care of yourself
On hot days drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree. Rest when it is needed.
Bounce back
No matter how often you get in trouble, ignore the guilt and pouting … bounce back and act as nothing has happened. But learn from your lesson if you can.
Enjoy the little things
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk or a game of catch. All the little things are all around you.
Mealtime
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm … stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal
Never pretend to be something you’re not. Always demonstrate gratitude to those who are kind and loving.
Dig deeper
If what you are looking for is difficult to find, dig deep until it is found. Have lots of persistence.
