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Loneliness - could getting a pet be a solution?

DaisyDuck

Hey

I'm feeling kinda down and finding it hard to motivate myself at the moment. I'm also really lonely despite many attempts to build friendships (very busy NT friends with families etc). Wondering about getting a pet in the hope it will a) provide some company b) an excuse to talk to other dog walkers maybe c) force me to be productive in order to look after someone/thing else's needs. I've historically had cats as they are more independent, having dogs would be a bit of a lifestyle change as I'd need to ensure I don't work away too often.

Does anyone else have pets - any thoughts on this?

TIA

Daisy

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  • Hello oh I think that is a wonderful idea you are thinking of getting a pet. I really think it would be great for you.I am not a dog person but when I was 60 my best friend from school days got me a lovely House cat from Cats Protection, for my 60th Birthday. I had sadly just lost my dear mother a few days before my Birthday, and so to receive my little furry friend was just wonderful indeed. I had remembered my mum telling me once, when she was a little girl the family had a cat called Fluffy. Well  what a joy to find out my lovely House cat's name was also named Fluffy, and indeed she is Fluffy,by name and Fluffy, by nature.she loves to sit on my knees an get stroked and have lots of cuddles, and sleeps on my bed at night time too. If I happen to be having a bit of a down day or a Spectrum, meltdown Fluffy, jumps up beside me  on the sofa as if to say I am here Mummy, you  will be alright now an snuggles in beside me. If you do decide to get a wee pet for your self be it a dog, cat, or some other animal, I do hope it will bring you much happiness. Helena 

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  • Hello oh I think that is a wonderful idea you are thinking of getting a pet. I really think it would be great for you.I am not a dog person but when I was 60 my best friend from school days got me a lovely House cat from Cats Protection, for my 60th Birthday. I had sadly just lost my dear mother a few days before my Birthday, and so to receive my little furry friend was just wonderful indeed. I had remembered my mum telling me once, when she was a little girl the family had a cat called Fluffy. Well  what a joy to find out my lovely House cat's name was also named Fluffy, and indeed she is Fluffy,by name and Fluffy, by nature.she loves to sit on my knees an get stroked and have lots of cuddles, and sleeps on my bed at night time too. If I happen to be having a bit of a down day or a Spectrum, meltdown Fluffy, jumps up beside me  on the sofa as if to say I am here Mummy, you  will be alright now an snuggles in beside me. If you do decide to get a wee pet for your self be it a dog, cat, or some other animal, I do hope it will bring you much happiness. Helena 

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  • in reply to Fluffy

    thank you Helena, it sounds like Fluffy came into your life at just the right time and is a wonderful companion. I'd also get a rescue cat partly because I'd rather rescue a cat to give it a good home and partly as it will already be litter trained unlike a new kitten.