the privilege of dogs

privilege is a word commonly heard. sometimes i wonder if it has been abused.

and it's kind of annoying to hear it when they explain things to you, why you have to do it, why they are taking away something from you.

"it's a privilege, not a right."

so they say.

it rings so hollow, that coming from them. ironic, even.

because what right do they have to say that?

what right do they have to determine that you have no rights?

what right do they have to make you their dog?