70-Pound Shelter Dog Is Completely Convinced He Was Born to Be a Lap Dog

Milo weighs 70 pounds, which is useful information if you’re trying to determine whether he qualifies as a lap dog. Milo, however, has already reviewed the evidence and reached his own conclusion: he absolutely does. The 5-year-old dog currently in the care of Abandoned Pet Rescue (APR) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is happiest when he’s as close to his person as physically possible. Whether that means squeezing beside someone on the couch or joining them in bed, Milo sees no reason a little thing like 70 pounds should stand between him and a good cuddle. Credit: Facebook Milo Has a Very Important Job APR describes Milo as a “cuddle bug” whose true calling is being someone’s companion. When he isn’t playing with plush toys or chasing balls, he’s usually much more interested in whatever his favorite human happens to be doing. Milo will follow people around the house like a furry shadow, then patiently wait for them to finish their obviously less important human tasks. Once they’re done, he’s ready to move on to the day’s main event, which preferably involves sitting together. He isn’t opposed to leaving the house, either, because Milo loves car rides and would happily claim the posit...