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I was on vacation in Istanbul last month and saw a really neat Greco-Roman grave marker that an owner had put up for his dog - really shows you that the way we feel for our pets is not a modern thing at all.
The text of the marker - "His owner has buried the dog Parthenope, that he played with, in gratitude for this mutual happiness. Love is rewarding, like the one for this dog: having been a friend to my owner, I have deserved this grave.
Looking at this, find yourself a worthy friend who is both ready to love you while you are still alive and also will care for your body after you die."
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