Imagine this, you are coming home from school or work and you are down because you failed a test or received a paycheck deduction, as you open the door you hear of running paws go down the stairs or see a tail turn the corner. As soon as you walk in your front door you are bombarded with affection and happiness and just from that little lick you get from your pet, your whole day changes for the better. Pets can change a person or an entire family forever with everything they do every day. Animals give as good as they get, so if you shower them with love every day they will do the same for you. “Talk to someone about yourself and they will listen to you for hours” - Dale Carnegie. They are also great listeners for times when you need to vent or just talk about something but you have no one to talk to, they will sit and listen even if they don't recognize you, they are still listening. Pets not only bring joy to the family, but they can also teach children important skills for the future, such as responsibility, cleanliness and many others. This is just the beginning of the list of all the things pets do for them. us. Studies have shown that pets are known to cure the sick. Whether it's a cat or a dog, they get that warm, cozy feeling that can cure any disease. When pets are around, most people become very relaxed and this is a key element in curing most diseases. Pets are also known to help people with anxiety or depression overcome these disorders. The pet gives the patient something to think about instead of whatever they are thinking that is giving them anxiety, you just have to give them a chance to try to help you. Plus, pets always do funny things that make us laugh...... middle of paper...... face the challenges that come your way and know how not to lose your temper. In the long run you will know that you have made the right decision by giving a new life to a dog, cat or any animal and that they can be sure that you will always be there for them, no matter what happens to them. So go to your local humane society or your local animal shelter and try to find the one animal that you know will make your life better and will be able to make their life better. Don't treat your pets like they are garbage, they don't do that to you, many pets especially dogs are much smarter than humans so they know when they are loved and when they are not and when they are not I don't like it and that makes them angry, that's why they behave in such a way that they can get your attention and hopefully make you remember why you brought them into your life in the first place. To give them a second chance.