Meaning of the word "love me, love my dog" in English

What does "love me, love my dog" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

love me, love my dog

US /lʌv miː lʌv maɪ dɔːɡ/
UK /lʌv miː lʌv maɪ dɒɡ/
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Idiom

if you love someone, you must accept everything about them, including their faults or the people/things they care about

Example:
I know I can be difficult sometimes, but love me, love my dog.
He told his new girlfriend that she had to accept his messy habits, saying, 'Love me, love my dog.'