There is something incredibly special about the unique relationship formed between animals and humans. Animals are able to demonstrate and communicate to us an unconditional love that we rarely if ever experience in life.

When we adopt an animal we commit to be its guardian and to provide them with a ‘forever home.’ In the process the animal ends up adopting us by giving an abundance of love and undying loyalty. This love can be one of the most powerful expressions that human beings can experience. Often when one loses a pet, people can’t grasp the significance of the loss and respond by saying “its only a pet” but it is much more profound than this. This loss can also be experienced just as strongly by an animal who prematurely loses its human companion.

I was recently reminded of this special relationship while watching the hollywood film Hachi: A Dog’s Tale. This tear-jerking movie tells the remarkable true story of the unbreakable bond between a man and a dog Hachi. Hachi has so much to teach us about true loyalty and love, and truly is a hero. 

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