This may fly in the face of people who want a family dog but the fact is in the beginning I never allow family members to pet or play with a new dog.

这可能会受到想要得到一只家庭狗人士的反对。但是实际上，在一开始的时候，我从不允许家里的任何一个成员抚拍新狗或者带新狗一起玩儿。

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Researchers believe this is because there is no fear of judgement or criticism from a pet; perhaps even the most supportive spouse or friend is no match for the unconditional love of a dog or cat.

研究者认为这是因为宠物不会让人担心被议论和批评，有时候甚至最信任的配偶或朋友都比不上狗狗或猫咪所能给予的无条件的爱。

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The Old English sheepdog (also called a bobtail) is a high-maintenace breed. You must be willing to brush this dog daily or neither you nor your pet will be very happy.

英国古老牧羊犬（也叫短尾犬）属于高生活消费的品种。为了您和您的宠物开心，您必须每天都为它打理毛发（梳毛）

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