1. Donât be upset when I jump for joy when you come through the door.
I only live for ten or fifteen years. You are what makes that time enjoyable. Itâs hard on me when you go away.
2. Just like I trust you, I need you to trust me, too.
3. Give me time to understand what you want from me.
I donât always get it right on the first try, but I promise Iâm trying as hard as I can.
4. And please donât lock me up to punish me.
5. Sure, we donât speak the same language, but the sound of your voice brightens my whole day.
6. Teach me that humans are made of love, not pain. And donât ever let me forget it.
7. Comfort me when Iâm scared.
8. Come outside with me.
9. Give me a treat ever once in a while.
10. Let me make new friends.
11. Please donât hit me.
I have teeth that can crush bone. Instead, I cover you in sloppy, wet kisses. Just as I choose not to hurt you, please make the choice to not hurt me.
12. Understand when I need my alone time.
13. Show me your world.
14. Let me get dirty once in a while.
15. Pay attention if I donât seem like myself.
It might seem like Iâm just being lazy or stubborn, but I might not be feeling well. I canât get help for myself, and I need you to look out for me.