Just A Dog by Richard A Biby is a beautiful and deeply poignant piece of writing that describes the joy and privilege of having a dog.
The artwork that accompanies this piece depicting a dog lying curled up on a bed in a peaceful afternoon slumber is called Master Bedroom and was painted by Andrew Wyeth in 1965.
I share this profound work of the heart to bring words to the deep well of love and unconditional bond than man and animals can share through companionship.
Just a dog.
From time to time people tell me “chill out, it’s just a dog” or “it’s a lot of money just for a dog.”
They don't understand the distance traveled, the time invested, or the costs incurred by "just a dog".
Some of my proudest moments have occurred with “just a dog.”
Many hours have passed being my only company "just a dog", but not for one moment did I feel despised.
Some of my saddest moments have been because of “just a dog,” and on those gray days, the gentle touch of “just a Dog” gave me comfort and the reason to get through the day.
If you also think “it’s just a dog”, then you’ll probably understand phrases like “just a friend”, “just a sunrise” or “just a promise.”
“Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust and pure unbridled joy.
“Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person.
For "just a dog" I will get up early, take long walks and look forward to the future. So for me and people like me, it’s not “just a dog,” but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the memories of the past, and the absolute joy of the moment.
“Just a dog” brings out the good in me and takes my thoughts away from myself and daily worries.
I hope one day they can understand that it’s not “just a dog”, but the one that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “just a human.”
So the next time you hear the phrase “just a dog”, just smile because they “just don’t get it”.