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The great art collected by Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz will probably be sold to private collectors outside of Miami. | Opinion

The great art collected by Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz will probably be sold to private collectors outside of Miami. | Opinion

With Valentine's Day arriving on Tuesday, humans aren't the only species with something to celebrate. Courtship, companionship and commitment are also alive and thriving among other animals, all of whom deserve the same respect and kindness we extend to each other on this special day. By learning about their relationships, we stand to gain valuable insights into our own.

In our quest for connection and companionship, humans acquire dogs because we want them. Then we control every aspect of their lives, from their appearance and behavior to when they get to relieve themselves and eat. Much has been studied and written about the advantages of the human-dog bond for humans, but an equally important aspect is often overlooked: How does this bond affect dogs?

“Dogs have natural instincts, such as digging, barking and running with abandon, but most humans scold and shush them for these behaviors.”