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I am your four legged friend and I am here for you…

Jennifer Vanderau
3 min readApr 19, 2024

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I am your four-legged friend and I am here for you.

I’m the head you pat when you get home from work.

I’m the one who takes you through the neighborhood on walks every day.

I’m the fur that dries your tears when something bad happens.

I’m the wet nose against your cheek to make sure you’re awake in the morning.

I’m the eyes to help you navigate the world when you get me from the Seeing Eye Club and I open up so much for you and I’m so happy to give that to you.

I’m the one who senses when a seizure is coming and makes sure you sit down so you don’t get hurt.

I’m the emotional support you need when the anxiety gets too strong.

I’m the one who listens while your little humans read out loud for the first time.

I’m the one who teaches your children about empathy and care for another being.

I go into the nursing home with you to spend time with the residents and I can see how much we make a difference.

I go to yoga with you and everyone loves when I’m there.

I’m the friend you talk to about the new person in your life and I listen to all your hopes and I pray right along with you…

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Jennifer Vanderau
Jennifer Vanderau

Written by Jennifer Vanderau

Animal-lover, mind wanderer, extroverted introvert. Publications and Promotions Consultant for Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter. www.jennyvwrites.com

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