I was in the 3rd grade on a snowy day after school , and it was my first encounter with my new dog Sam . I remember this day like no other as I was waiting for my Mom to get home and at once I saw a cute puppy run towards me. Sam was 2 years old with a broken paw as he was a rescue dog with abusive owners prior which is just terrible. The thing about a dog which is so special is even when your down a dog’s greeting can easily cheer you up. Fast forward a couple years Sam is still going strong as he is 10 years old. Sam has been with me through the highs and lows of my life and I wouldn’t trade him for the world!