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Old 10-30-2014, 05:32 PM
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My dog is glad I'm sober.

I have an awesome 1 1/2 year old yellow lab/mix. During the 11 months I relapsed I wasn't the best dog owner in the world. I didn't neglect him or anything but we didn't go on as many walks and trips to the dog park as I should have taken him on. However, he was always right by my side trying to be my friend. I just didn't notice him as much when I was drinking.

Over the last several weeks since I got sober we have been walking 4 times a day and going to the dog park when the weather permits. I can tell he is much happier and he seems to have forgiven me after some special dog treats and getting out more. If only all the other people in my life were as easy to get back on my side.

Anyway I love my dog and he is doing a great job helping me stay sober.
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Old 10-30-2014, 05:35 PM
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Very sweet post, JustTrogdor. We ignore so much when we drink, don't we; glad things are looking up for you and your yellow lab mix.
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What a cutie! Congrats on your hard work.
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Old 10-30-2014, 05:38 PM
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Great post JT

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What a testament to the unconditional love dogs gift us with Enjoy your sober walks together!
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Old 10-30-2014, 06:00 PM
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JT i have a JRT (jack russell terrier) my dog is good looking built awesome & completly gone

Your dog looks amazing and i know what you mean when i sobered up my dog became a lot happier he was a lot happier with all the new walking my gf spoils him but hes one of us at least thats what he thinks lol

glad your doing well friend
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I like you already!
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What a beautiful dog...that sweet little face! He's luck to have you (sober).
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Old 10-30-2014, 06:19 PM
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A beautiful dog. I too am a far better dog owner sober. I neglected my dogs' walks while I was drinking.

I'm glad I give them the attention they deserve these days.
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Old 10-30-2014, 06:19 PM
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Thanks all for the kind words.

The only problem now is that he weighs 70 lbs and has decided he wants to be a lap dog. Haha
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Old 10-30-2014, 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by JustTrogdor View Post
Thanks all for the kind words.

The only problem now is that he weighs 70 lbs and has decided he wants to be a lap dog. Haha
Yep; that's love.
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Old 10-30-2014, 06:32 PM
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Sometimes our pets are just what we need to get through this.
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Old 10-30-2014, 07:51 PM
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I love this post! Great job. I'm happy for you and for your sweet pup!
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Old 10-30-2014, 08:20 PM
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Great Post!

My dog knew when I was drinking.
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Old 10-30-2014, 08:48 PM
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Yes, a beautiful dog. My dogs, too, are so much happier. There is just more there there when I'm with them!

May the universe bless these wonderful creatures that stay by our sides through thick and thin!
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