The righteous know the needs of their animals, but the mercy of the wicked is cruel.

Do you not see how God is praised by those in the heavens and those on earth? The very birds praised Him as they wing their way.

Who sleepeth with dogs shall rise with fleas.

If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater, suggest that he wear a tail.

Man is no man, but a wolf, to a stranger.

Man is the only animal that laughs and weeps, for he is the only animal that is struck with the difference between what things are and what they ought to be.

One of the animals which a generous and sociable man would soonest become is a dog. A dog can have a friend; he has affections and character; he can enjoy equally the field and the fireside; he dreams, he caresses, he propitiates; he offends and is pardoned; he stands by you in adversity; he is a good fellow.

Happiness is a warm puppy.

Weaseling out of things is important to learn. It’s what separates us from the animals—except the weasel.

There are some who, if a cat accidentally comes into the room, though they neither see it nor are told of it, will presently be in a sweat and ready to die away.

Man, when perfected, is the best of animals, but when separated from law and justice, he is the worst of all. 

A good dog, sir, deserves a good bone.

Animals are good to think with.