Oh, Teary_me! I and the many others touched by your spirit long to relieve you of your pain, and, if we could, we would transport you to a land without harm and hurt watered by rivers of love. Though it tears at us to observe your torment, we could never voluntarily extinguish the life of such a dear comrade. Maybe we're selfish; we don't want to lose you. Your small corner of the world may devalue you, but we experience you as a uniquely faceted precious stone, who reflects deep, enriching colours. You are a joy!
Teary_me!
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My dog

mastered the "fetch" command. He would communicate he wanted something, and I would fetch it.