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I didn't write this but it's so cute I wanted to share it.

My dogs and cats all have to cuddle with me when I go to bed.

Letter To My Dogs

(Even If You Are A Cat Person This Applies To You)

Dear Dogs,
When I say to move it means go someplace else, not switch positions with each other so there are still two dogs in the way.
The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food.
The other dishes are mine and contain my food.
Please note placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and my food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.
The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a race track.
Beating me to the bottom is not the object.
Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king size bed.
I'm very sorry about this but do not think that I will continue to sleep on the couch to ensure your comfort.
Look at videos of dogs sleeping. They can actually curl up into a ball.
It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out with tongues hanging out the other end to maximize space used is nothing but doggie sarcasm.
My compact discs are not miniature frisbees.
For the last time, there is not a secret exit from the bathroom.
If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut it is not necessary to claw, whine, try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door open.
I must exit through the same door I entered.
In addition, I have been using bathrooms for years;
canine attendance is not mandatory.
Lastly, the proper order is kiss me, then go smell the other dogs butt.
I cannot stress this enough.
It would be such a simple change for you.
With Love,
            Mom
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Devonshire Avatar
February 25, 2017 at 1:45 PM
Oh, Judy, you had me laughing out loud. Dogs (and cats) often look at us innocently, like they don't know they did something wrong. But you set the record straight. Do not sleep on the couch and keep those CDs away from the dogs. They are lucky to have someone who obviously loves them very much, in spite of their silly behavior. This goes to my favorites.
Ball Avatar
March 4, 2017 at 12:40 AM
Thank you so much Carolyn. Glad it made you laugh. I loved this and had to share it. god Bless, JB
Kendrick Avatar
February 25, 2017 at 5:55 AM
Yes, this is cute..The writer has had experience with dogs or has known someone who has..LOL..Thanks for stopping by.Sara
Ball Avatar
March 4, 2017 at 12:38 AM
Thank you so much Sara. Glad you got a giggle from it. God Bless, JB
Ricci Avatar
February 24, 2017 at 4:44 PM
Please allow me to say this entry was the smile for the night. Thank you for that. So endearing is this entry in every way. I very much enjoyed the entry and your words. Well done
Ball Avatar
March 4, 2017 at 12:25 AM
Thank you so much Lisa. Though I did not write this I just had to share it. God Bless and thanks for stopping by. JB
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February 23, 2017 at 5:26 PM
I love it, Mrs Judy. Lol
Ball Avatar
March 4, 2017 at 12:15 AM
Thanks so much Daniel. Glad you got a giggle from it. God Bless, JB
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