Why Dogs Are Favorite Pets

Of all the animals, surely the dog is the only one that really shares our life, helps in our work, and has a place in our recreation. It is the only one that becomes so fond of us that sometimes it cannot go on living after its master dies. ~ Fernand Mercy

After an injured retriever (the Mama) is hit by a car, and her male puppy (a german shephard mix) protects it from both oncoming traffic and rescue workers. Sad, when you see how some human sons treat their mothers, isn't it?

Dog protects injured mother on highway!