10 TOP REASONS FOR HAVING A DOG

WHY HAVING A DOG IS HEALTHY

Seven years ago today, Kahawa came into my life. She's my "liberation" puppy. She represents "freedom of choice" to me as an adult.

Kahawa means coffee, for those of you wondering - in Swahili (my native tongue). You can read more here. I love coffee and her fur is the same color of how I like my coffee!

I was in a relationship where I didn't "feel" I had much say. Some of you may interject because you think you know what my life was like - since you were with me every waking hour and moment 🤣.

This post is NOT about shaming anybody. It's sharing MY experience as I feel there are many who might be experiencing what i did and this might shed light or give encouragement. ​

We both had our own issues/hurt/pain to deal with and didn't KNOW how to treat the other accordingly - or rather, or rather "speak their love language". YES, I take responsibility for my part. This relationship was one my best teachers, in showing me that I didn't love myself enough. 

I was told that I'm "impulsive". Yes, maybe I was - and sometimes,  still am! Well, I'm still learning what it is to be a human, as I come from Spirit - the "unseen world".

One of the things I came into this world is my love for animals - especially a strong bond with dogs and cats. So for a few years of wanting a dog (since as a child, I grew up with and was always surrounded by about 8 dogs), I was told "no". I did receive two kittens two years prior to Kahawa - after 8 years of begging for a pet; in an effort to save our relationship. I could be wrong about the motives - but that's the message I got.

KADODI - named by Aidan, my 1st born in pic below.

TARA-JAZMIN (TJ) - named after my niece - with a twist!

Nearing the end of this relationship, I took a bold step (knowing I had no financial way of providing for a dog - let alone three kids), and adopted my puppy! I don't regret this decision at all. 

Kahawa is my spirit animal and one of my soul mates (this is my interpretation). She is my friend, child, guide (for she reflects my inner state). She is a beautiful loyal companion, guard, playmate, and quiet listener (when I really need it). She's also super boisterous and full of life! She gets along well with pretty much everybody and other animals.

At one point in my life when Kahawa was about two years old, I had to to give her away temporarily to two amazing people: Amanda and Dan. I was going through a very difficult time - a house eviction, and I couldn't have any of my animals. Thankfully, another friend took the cats and guinea pig, Winter. We were all reunited in about six months after that.

Lyndan with Kahawa and Kadodi

Blurry pic of us with Kahawa.

TOP REASONS TO GET YOUR KID A DOG

You're probably still wanting to know the top reasons for having a dog. Here you go:

• Studies show that having dog lowers your blood pressure.
• Your kid will learn how to be responsible for another being.
• Having a dog strengthens your immune system and makes you less susceptible to colds and other viruses.
• Dogs raise your vibration: they are awesome at helping you feel better when you are down.
• They teach you about unconditional love. Even when I'm mad at puppy, she still wants to show me love!
• They are awesome guardians - not only the seen, but unseen as well!
• They keep you active - gets your blood flowing!
• They can detect life threatening issues - some dogs have sniffed out cancer!
• They help boost confidence in those who are more shy.
• Dogs help you cope with emotional trauma.
  

I can go on and on ... but I'm sure you're already convinced just by looking into Kahawa's (Aka - Puppy's) eyes!

Here's to "Puppy" - I would adopt you over and over again. I love you Kahawa! Here's to many more years with us! ​