--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Thank God for talking animals, I…" description: "\"“Thank God for talking animals, I say-especially smart assed ones.”\" — Mikal Gilmore" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7e2/mikal-gilmore-263317_animals_thank-god-for-talking-animals-i-say-espe_1614934.jpg" --- # Thank God for talking animals, I say-especially smart… ![“Thank God for talking animals, I say-especially smart assed ones.” quote by Mikal Gilmore](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7e2/mikal-gilmore-263317_animals_thank-god-for-talking-animals-i-say-espe_1614934.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7e2/mikal-gilmore-263317_animals_thank-god-for-talking-animals-i-say-espe_1614934.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7e2/mikal-gilmore-263317_animals_thank-god-for-talking-animals-i-say-espe_1614934.jpg) > ““Thank God for talking animals, I say-especially smart assed ones.”” [Mikal Gilmore](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mikal-gilmore/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Talking animals add humor and perspective, especially when witty. **In simple terms:** Talking animals are amusing. Key Takeaway Enjoy whimsical narratives. Themes humor animals creativity Mood quote humorous Type Animal:1 Animals:1 Thank god:0 The-sandman:0 The-wake:0 Talking Animals:1 God Talking:0 Smart Assed:0 Animals Say:0 When to use this quote - Not all animals talk. 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