"Dog companionship" refers to the bond and friendship that people have with dogs. It means having a dog as a trusted and loyal friend who brings happiness, love, and support to your life. Full definition
The tour celebrates active, healthy lifestyles inspired by dog companionship. (petbusiness.com)
Casting such a wide net could even result in a significant decrease in the number of people keeping dogs, compromising both the demonstrated emotional and social benefits of dog companionship as well as the preventive effects on widespread chronic diseases. (nationalcanineresearchcouncil.com)
You can hopefully look forward to a number of years filled with games of fetch, rambles on the beach and other pleasures of dog companionship if you work to prevent these health problems, say Dewhirst and other veterinarians. (fox19.com)