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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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  • I've been rather less stressed, much less depressed and far less likely to kill myself since getting cats.

    I'll still kill myself, just not feeling the immediate need.

  • in reply to Just some guy

    I am glad you have got some cats. Cats are super company really they are I have a lovely house one. I am sorry you have been feeling low and depressed lately. You may not feel like it just now but in time this very dark place you feel you are in will pass. I know if you were not here I would miss you and others would too. I am going to give you the phone number of a confidential service who will listen an give you helpful advice. It's called Breathing Space if you want to phone them . 0800 83 85 87 or ring 999 an tell them just exactly how you feel. We all care about you on this forum an you mean a lot to us and we want to see you get the help it's out there reach for it . You can text me any time I am happy to listen to you day or nite.

    Fluffy

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  • in reply to Just some guy

    I am glad you have got some cats. Cats are super company really they are I have a lovely house one. I am sorry you have been feeling low and depressed lately. You may not feel like it just now but in time this very dark place you feel you are in will pass. I know if you were not here I would miss you and others would too. I am going to give you the phone number of a confidential service who will listen an give you helpful advice. It's called Breathing Space if you want to phone them . 0800 83 85 87 or ring 999 an tell them just exactly how you feel. We all care about you on this forum an you mean a lot to us and we want to see you get the help it's out there reach for it . You can text me any time I am happy to listen to you day or nite.

    Fluffy

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