(from the article `dog`) The term companion animal means that dogs need company. They are happiest when allowed to be an integral part of the household. Puppies thrive and ... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/c/120
Com·pan'ion·ship noun Fellowship; association; the act or fact of keeping company with any one. Shak. « He never seemed to avail himself of my sympathy other than by mere companionship . W. Irving » Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/C/119