The rewards of pet ownership pay off in more than sloppy kisses, cuddles and companionship - it may teach you a thing or two about having a successful relationship. At its most basic level, dealing with an animal on a daily basis will teach you patience. After all, even the most well-trained animals run away, have accidents and do things that test you on a daily basis. It's a virtual guarantee that anyone who you get involved with is going to do things you don't like, and while it may not entail peeing on furniture, a potential partner will try your patience, just like a furry friend. And what you'd like a pet to do doesn't always happen, whether it's walk calmly on a leash, stop chewing up your expensive shoes or cough up those hairballs somewhere other than right by your bed where you are bound to step on them.