my dog is a therapy dog. he feels the weight of the world. if you are upset because of a death, sickness..he is there for you. because he is there, I am there. his reaction makes me slow down and be aware of what is around me. which is good.

when I was working my job required me to remain focused and not get involved at times in people's emotions but to deal with the situation at hand. so I can react that way as well when the situation requires it to be...

it is nice to have the option of both responses now...the dog has opened up a whole new level for me....it's easy to see a child crying and focus on that but with him I am in touch with everything...things I would not even notice before, and that is ok..it's good to be a decent person and help others.