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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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  • Well, didn't the lovely Chris Packham find his way through relationship to the animal kingdom.? I'm a cat not a dog person, personally. I love cats but am afraid of dogs. That said  the love of an animal is absolutely unconditional. They love you NT or ND and don't give a damn. And you will give, give and give of yourself in return.

    Yeah, go on. Get a dog, but get the dog that gravitates to you and wants you to love it...my best puss was like that. I didn't choose him, he chose me. And I adored him. X

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  • Well, didn't the lovely Chris Packham find his way through relationship to the animal kingdom.? I'm a cat not a dog person, personally. I love cats but am afraid of dogs. That said  the love of an animal is absolutely unconditional. They love you NT or ND and don't give a damn. And you will give, give and give of yourself in return.

    Yeah, go on. Get a dog, but get the dog that gravitates to you and wants you to love it...my best puss was like that. I didn't choose him, he chose me. And I adored him. X

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