I need to bring it up here.... check out a song by an artist by the name of Fred Eaglesmith, the song title is "He's a Good Dog"

The song is also performed by an Australian artist by the name of Audrey Auld. Her version is very good but Fred's version really brings home the matter of dealing with having to put a dog down as well as the rewards and pestering moments of owning a best friend.

DT