What a loud and annoying woof to some is a sound of relief to others. When one hears a bark they may hear a dog, but others hear a best friend, life saver, and personal trainer. While many pet owners pick their pups simply for the sake of having a pet, the benefits of having a dog are almost endless. In a world where the people you count on can be very inconsistent, it’s nice to have a companion that you can always depend on. The feeling of security while with certain types of dogs who would do anything and everything to protect you is beyond measure. Plus, just thinking about the number of therapy and medical bills they keep you from having to pay is something that could never go underappreciated. Dogs are impacting people by keeping them safe, aiding their health, and providing the companionship their owners crave.…show more content… Dogs will instinctively protect members of their “pack” and will put themselves in harms way to do so. These courageous canines would not only do all they can to protect their owner, but they would do it faster than any human could. According to ADT, “Four legs and a low center of gravity mean your furry friend can out-maneuver and out-act anyone who breaks into your home, often before you or the intruder even realize what’s happened” (Jensen). Not only would they do anything to protect their owners, but they would do anything to protect communities, towns, and countries. They’ve been theorised to predict earthquakes and other natural disasters hours and days before they happen. Dogs supposedly attempt to alert people by running away, barking, or howling. Regardless of breed or size, owning one will increase your
