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Dogman

You can probably see where my name and avatar come from. I've kept dogs ever since I got married and we are now on our 3rd. In general, I prefer dogs to people. Most are affectionate, a small number ignore me and an even smaller number show aggression. Nearly all dogs show their intentions and are much easier to "read" than people.

My dog will approach me and other family members for affection even when we've had a bad day.

A dog that I've never met before that is very affectionate can really cheer me up when I'm low and I see several local dogs while out walking mine.

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  • I find it great too, being in the company as animals. I expect being a fosterer has it's good and bad points, especially if you rescue them from unacceptable conditions.But the rewards you get from rescuing/fostering can be very rewarding. I can't be without animals either. You mentioned you now have two Chinchilla's , i can't remember if chinchilla's are susceptable to diabeties like Degus? i have held some at animal sanctuary's. But decided against getting chinchilla's because i was frightened i'd give them fur slip. And in terms of space e.t.c i couldn't provide it, so stick to guinea pigs e.t.c which are amazing animals.

    I too find certain personality/types of people very difficult and so like you love being with animals. I do find some types of people i can relate to, and don't cause me mini meltdowns/stress. Unless my animal babies are ill and i go into distress i find animals are very calming e.t.c, like you find too.

     I feel the same about dogs like you, dogs are among my favourite animals- they give me so much back. I love lhasa apso's, yorkshire terriers, westies and and the  *** zhu. What is your dog? How old is he?  i had a puppy for a few days but for 101 reasons, she had to go home. I am desparate for a dog, as every time i go near one, my humaness returns, i loose all anxieties and worries for a few minutes and relax and fall in love with them/feel safe. But my cat helps too- i couldn't be without him.I  think it'll be 15yr before i can have another dog.

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  • I find it great too, being in the company as animals. I expect being a fosterer has it's good and bad points, especially if you rescue them from unacceptable conditions.But the rewards you get from rescuing/fostering can be very rewarding. I can't be without animals either. You mentioned you now have two Chinchilla's , i can't remember if chinchilla's are susceptable to diabeties like Degus? i have held some at animal sanctuary's. But decided against getting chinchilla's because i was frightened i'd give them fur slip. And in terms of space e.t.c i couldn't provide it, so stick to guinea pigs e.t.c which are amazing animals.

    I too find certain personality/types of people very difficult and so like you love being with animals. I do find some types of people i can relate to, and don't cause me mini meltdowns/stress. Unless my animal babies are ill and i go into distress i find animals are very calming e.t.c, like you find too.

     I feel the same about dogs like you, dogs are among my favourite animals- they give me so much back. I love lhasa apso's, yorkshire terriers, westies and and the  *** zhu. What is your dog? How old is he?  i had a puppy for a few days but for 101 reasons, she had to go home. I am desparate for a dog, as every time i go near one, my humaness returns, i loose all anxieties and worries for a few minutes and relax and fall in love with them/feel safe. But my cat helps too- i couldn't be without him.I  think it'll be 15yr before i can have another dog.

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