To all: Thanks for the insightful comments.

@FS,UkEng That's why it hurts because I've been true to the people I know but they haven't been. I apply the golden rule (do unto others what you want people do unto you)in my life but it seems good deeds don't always reciprocate.

@MN Agree. A dog is man's loyal and best friend.

@bluerose Consider yourself one of the luckiest people on earth if you've got a real friend.