Loneliness - could getting a pet be a solution?

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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  • Have you thought about borrowing a dog? There are websites like borrowmydoggy where you can link up with local dog owners and depending on how it goes and your requirements, you can take it for walks, have the dog at your house, even do whole weeks. That way you're not 100% committed to vets bills etc.

    I understand though that maybe the lack of motivation would mean cancelling. 

  • That's a good half way house suggestion and would give me the opportunity to try out having a dog before making a fuller commitment, thank you.

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