Unconditional Love

Did you know that animals do not have the capability of holding a grudge or harboring resentment? Did you know that having an animal can help reduce stress and lower your blood pressure? Animals have the ability to give love unconditionally. No matter what your mood is, they always love you. Meet Rusty. Rusty is also known as Fatty McFat Cat. He is the softest and most gentle cat you will ever meet. Always quick to offer his tummy for a rub, Rusty loves everyone. And I mean everyone. This is Maggie. Maggie is the sweetest dog. Never a harsh bark comes out of her mouth. She always has a kiss for you. She is a brilliant dog, with a large repertoire of tricks.

Meet Macy, daughter of Maggie. She is a beauty. A bit on the nervous side, but quick to warm up to you....especially if you give her a treat. And if you ever need a cuddle, she's your gal.

This is Sunshine, the mother of Rusty. Little miss Sunshine is very shy. We believe it is a result of her losing her way home after a long walk-about. She was gone for two and a half years before finding her way back to us. We are thankful she did. Makenzie prayed every night for her to come home.....you can't tell me that prayers aren't answered.

And, last but not least, this is Rudy. Despite his Halloween costume, this old boy is no angel. In fact, when you're not looking, he goes straight for the garbage can. He has, however been able to squeeze a lot of love for us into his almost 14 years. And, in turn, we have given it back to him. He also loves everybody. Just sit by him on the couch and you'll see...he will lay his head on your lap and let you stroke his ears.

I am so thankful for their example of unconditional love. It helps me better understand the kind of love our Heavenly Father has for us.

Now, if I could only think of a way to harness the energy of dog poop.......

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