The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a dog.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.
Pets are humanizing. They remind us we have an obligation and responsibility to preserve and nurture and care for all life.
If having a soul means being able to feel love and loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans.