The context of the following conversation is Addison's dog was hungry and waiting for food, so Addison gave the dog a bowl.:
Addison says My dog seems to be hungry.  I can tell because he was following me around with this sad look in his eyes.  I filled up his bowl and left it by the door for him..
The friend responds You are so good with dogs..
Addison responds I have grown up with them.  Dogs were always part of my family..
The friend responds It really helps kids to be raised with animals..
Addison responds My dogs have helped me through a lot of bad times..
The friend responds I get it.  Sometimes I feel like my dog is the only one who understands me..