to the YourTango newsletter!

Continue to Site »»

ProConnect

Dating Advice From Your Dog

By . Posted on .

happy woman with dog
Isn't puppy love grand?
Could your pooch teach you a thing or two about love? Find out!

People sometimes ask me, "What is a soul mate?" Everyone wants to find their soul mate and live happily ever after, but relationships can be complicated. Humans have baggage; we have opinions and we have egos. The bottom line is that half of all marriages end in divorce, so something clearly isn't working.

The love of my life is a little, black dog named Macie. Macie got me thinking about what my relationship with my husband might be like if I just followed her lead. With that in mind, here are ten things that dogs can teach us about love:

More from YourTango: The Secret To Put The 'Juice' Back Into Your Relationship

More from YourTango: The Magic of Falling in Love

  1. Dogs live in the moment and enjoy the one they're with. Are you stuck in the past?
  2. Dogs don't have an ego, so they don't sweat the small stuff. Instead, let it roll right off their backs. Do you dwell?
  3. Dogs are great listeners. Are you attentive?
  4. Dogs are loyal;. Do you have a wandering eye?
  5. Dogs are always affectionate. When was the last time you acted lovingly?
  6. Dogs appreciate the little things in life. Are you grateful?
  7. Dogs are always happy to see you, and after a hard day at work, they are always there with a hug and a smile. Are you warm and welcoming?
  8. Dogs have a playful spiriit and good sense of humor. Are you carefree?
  9. Dogs don't care what you look like or what kind of car you drive. Are you superficial?
  10. Dogs love unconditionally. Do you?

Keep reading ...

More love advice from YourTango:

Article contributed by
Advanced Member

Marla Martenson

Matchmaker

Marla Martenson, matchmaker & author of Excuse Me, Your Soul Mate Is Waiting.

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Credentials: Other
Other Articles/News by Marla Martenson:

The Secret To Put The 'Juice' Back Into Your Relationship

By

Both men and women pull out all the stops to find love. They work out, dress well and keep themselves well-groomed, but when they find a match, they think to themselves, "Well, now that I'm in a relationship, I don't need to make an effort anymore. And besides, I'm too busy ... " But this kind of thinking can be disastrous. If you want ... Read more

The Magic of Falling in Love

By

Falling in love can feel like magic. It is the glue that holds us together; emotionally connecting us to everything that we do with passion and with all of our heart. Humans were made to love. We write love songs, poetry and operas, we cry during chick flicks and sometimes soap operas, and we have even created reality shows out of fairy tales (The ... Read more

3 Ways To Prevent Dating Heartbreak

By

I got a call from my girlfriend Lena the other day. She was down in the dumps over a guy she met on the Internet. She and Brad had been dating for a month. Things seemed to heat up quite quickly. They had been intimate sexually and were also planning a weekend trip together. Lena was absolutely smitten. They had so much in common and she found him easy to talk ... Read more

See More

Recent Expert Posts
Single Mom

Dr. Romance on Gratitude, Kindness and Happiness

Your thoughts affect your mood, and how you relate to yourself can either lift or dampen your spirit

Brain Puzzle

How To Get Depressed In States That Ban Gay Marriage

Anxiety & Stress Increase In States That Ban Gay Marriage; Decreases in States That Don't!

dating: women have the power in speed dating

Listen Up, Guys: Women Have The Power In Speed Dating

It's only a matter of minutes to snag a date, so make your first impression last.

Ask The Experts

Have a dating or relationship question?
Visit Ask YourTango and let our experts and community answer.

Resources
How to find the right pro for you
10 Reasons Mental Health Pros Should Join YourTango Experts

10 Reasons Mental Health Pros Should Join YourTango Experts

YourTango Experts can help your business go from good to great.

10 Steps To Improve Your Coaching Business

Take your coaching business from mediocre to great in no time…

Frequently Asked Questions About YourTango Experts

Thinking of joining? Here's all the facts you need to know to make the most of your membership.

Getting Your Guy To Join You In A Therapy Or Coaching Session

So how can your get your strong, self-reliant, superman to talk to an Expert with you?

Therapist/Counselors: Who We Are & What We Do

What exactly does a therapist/counselor do and can they really help?

See more resources>
HOT STUFF!
FROM OUR PARTNERS