Why do they refer to dogs as man’s best friend? This sounds like a sexist comment to me, for a dog can be a woman’s best friend too. But then again I’m sure you’re familiar with the saying “diamonds are a girl’s best friend”! Did we as the fairer sex get the better “best friend”? I'm not so sure. As lovely as diamonds are, there is nothing quite like the companionship and loyalty of a dog. Yesterday my faithful dog despite feeling unwell herself, still maintained her vigil making sure I was OK, following me around, sensing I was having a bad day. We sat together in the garden, warming our bones in the sun, and companionably spent a couple of relaxing hours out there. Having a dog is highly therapeutic, and although she is not a “show dog”, she would certainly win first prize for her devotion, sensitivity to the frail and sick, her sharp instincts that I trust implicitly and her amazing ability to sense when I'm in danger or distress. This trusting wonderful dog takes care of me when no one else is at home, although I've yet to teach her how to make a cup of tea!
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