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"Years later, after other experiences with dogs, I wondered if their species were shaped and charmed to serve as four-legged guides able to assist in leading humanity back to our first-and lost-home. By the example of their joy and humility, by wanting nothing more than food and play and love, by the deep satisfaction that they take from those humble things, they belie all creeds of power and fame. Although they have the teeth to tear, it is by swish of tail and yearning eyes that they most easily get what they want."

"I love them, they are so nice and selfish. Dogs are TOO good and unselfish. They make me feel uncomfortable. But cats are gloriously human."

"All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others."

"Always remember, animals can intimidate men with their strength but men cannot intimidate animals with their intelligence."

"I have yet to see one completely unspoiled star, except for the animals - like Lassie."

"The animals are right here, right in front of us. And how we treat these companions is a test."
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"A rich rogue nowadays is fit company for any gentleman; and the world, my dear, hath not such a contempt for roguery as you imagine."

"Gamesters and highwaymen are generally very good to their whores, but they are very devils to their wives."
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