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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  • I want a dog, i've wanted one for a long time now, long before i realised i was autistic. But i know i couldn't manage him. I have one og those 4wheeled walkers 'cos i'm so unsteady on my feet and get so tired even if only walking a short distance, Even with my walker there are times i've fallen because the pavements are so uneven. I don't think it would be fair to the dog if we couldn't get daily exercise.

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  • I want a dog, i've wanted one for a long time now, long before i realised i was autistic. But i know i couldn't manage him. I have one og those 4wheeled walkers 'cos i'm so unsteady on my feet and get so tired even if only walking a short distance, Even with my walker there are times i've fallen because the pavements are so uneven. I don't think it would be fair to the dog if we couldn't get daily exercise.

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  • I don't like Cats. You can talk to a dog, and he'll talk back to you. But Cats, they just look at you, then go and poo in the garden.

  • Hi Bill, have you thought about fostering a cat, lots of cats now are house cats. They don’t need walking like a dog does and can be good company.