दोस्ताना व्यवहार
Summary
A dog named Maiko visits Dr. Sher Singh, a veterinarian, complaining of insomnia. Maiko, a large dog of Danish and Indian ancestry, works as a sheepdog. He explains that he cannot sleep because he spends all day chasing sheep, who constantly wander and eat. Dr. Sher Singh first advises Maiko to count crows instead of sheep. When Maiko returns, he is worse, hearing only "caw-caw" in his head. The doctor then tells him to imagine a garden and think of himself as a bee buzzing from flower to flower. Maiko returns again, this time with an ice bag on his head, claiming he hears a constant buzzing and feels like a beehive. Dr. Sher Singh reveals he visited Maiko's home and spoke to the sheep. He tells Maiko that the sheep say he is lazy, irritable, and careless, constantly barking at them. The doctor explains that Maiko's aggressive behavior towards the sheep is the real cause of his sleeplessness, advising him to treat them as friends. Maiko understands and thanks the doctor. A week later, Dr. Sher Singh receives a letter from Maiko, along with his fee and a card. The card says Maiko now sleeps deeply, but adds a postscript asking for medicine to help him stay awake during the day.
Conclusion
This story highlights that true solutions to personal struggles often require honest self-reflection rather than quick fixes. The dog’s insomnia was not a medical issue but a symptom of his own irritable and controlling behavior toward the sheep. Once the doctor helped him see how his constant barking and aggression created stress for both himself and the flock, the dog changed his approach. By treating the sheep with friendship instead of hostility, he found peace and was finally able to sleep deeply. The outcome shows that when we stop blaming others and examine our own role in a problem, meaningful change becomes possible. The dog’s recovery came not from counting crows or imagining gardens, but from understanding that kindness and cooperation lead to genuine rest and well-being.