Is there anything.......
 ...softer then a dog's ear?
 ...more beautiful, then watching a 12 year old TROT across the yard?
 ...more calming then the soft, rhythmic breathing of a sleeping dog?
 ...more satisfying then seeing them all contentedly sleeping, spread all over the floor?
 ...easier to laugh at, then 2 puppies playing?
 ...more tiring to watch, then 2 puppies playing? 
 ...faster to bring a smile then the cock of a head hanging on every word you say?
 ...more welcoming than the smile on a graying face 

    and a full body wiggle, as you open the door?
 ...better then being owned by a dog (or two)?

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