10 Things You Can Learn from Your Pet

Here are 10 valuable life lessons you can learn from your pet:

1. Unconditional love – Pets will teach you all about unconditional love by staying by your side through good times and bad. They never give up on you and love you just for taking care of them.

2. Patience – Housetraining, obedience, and manners training all take patience and persistence. It takes time to see results, but your reward will be a well-behaved and well-adjusted pet.

3. Trust – Pets don’t lie, cheat, or let you down. You are their world, and even when you’re at work or on vacation, they trust that you will come back to take care of them.

4. Acceptance – Pets don’t judge. They don’t care what you look like, your age, how much money you make, or if you’re having a bad hair day. They accept you for who you are.

5. It’s fun to exercise – Dogs have lots of energy and love to play. Going for walks, fetching a ball, catching a frisbee, or participating in an agility class are all great forms of exercise for you and your pup. They will get you up and moving even when you’d rather be a couch potato!

6. Adaptability – Many pets quickly adapt to different environments, places, routines, people, and situations. We should all be so resilient!

7. Joy – Day after day, a dog will greet you with as much excitement as they did the day before. A belly scratch, a treat, or snuggling by your side is all it takes to make them happy. Wouldn’t it be great if we could all find joy in simple things?

8. Unplug – Pets are masters at shifting our focus. A pet will seek attention no matter what you’re doing…working on the computer, scrolling through your phone, or playing video games. When a pet wants your attention, it’s time to drop everything and take a break.

9. Live in the moment – Pets don’t live in the past or worry about the future. They enjoy whatever is happening in the present moment.

10. Enjoy life – Our pets enjoy life no matter what they are doing. They enjoy being at home with you as much as going for a car ride. They don’t worry about what else they could or should be doing or regret what they haven’t done. It’s all about being content NOW!

If you want to relax and be with family during the holidays, Big Times Kennel will care for your pooch or kitty so you don’t have to worry about them. Whether you’re traveling for a week or having guests for a few days, you don’t want your pet to be stressed.

During their stay at Big Times Kennel, trust that your pet will adapt to the surroundings, be well cared for, and get plenty of rest and exercise. Learn about our all-inclusive dog and cat accommodations here.

You learn from your pet! Pets can remind us all that life is short so take the time to relax and enjoy life. Rest assured that your pet will patiently wait for your return, joyfully welcome you, and continue to love you unconditionally.

Make your holiday reservations online now while spots are still available, or call 937-885-3427 today.