The Top 10 Reasons to Own a Pet

 Americans love their pets, but do they ever think about "why?" 

1. A pet teaches you responsibility. 

2. You can get lots of exercise by walking your pet. 

3. If you get lonely, you have a friend to play with. 

4. You can save a pet's life by adopting one from a shelter. 

5. The pet needs a friend. 

6. A pet always greets you at the door even when you've had a
bad day. 

7. When your Mom makes a terrible dinner, your pet can clean it
up. 

8. A pet can guard your house. 

9. A pet can make a boring car trip much more fun. 

10. The pet will love you, no matter what! 

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