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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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  • Yeah I do think dogs are great for people with aspergers. As you say, they provide companionship, affection, security. I think a lot of Aspies are missing those because we don't connect so easily with other people?

    my puppy is curled up next me as I type this. It is hard to describe the way that makes me feel-like I am smiling inside. 

    I am sure cats bond strongly with people too. I had one cat growing up and she used to sleep on my bed with me.

    that is great you are being sensible and waiting until the time is right to get a dog.

    i found fostering animals hard but very rewarding. It is hard when they die in your care and also hard to let them go and be adopted by someone else. But the rewards are worth it.

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  • Yeah I do think dogs are great for people with aspergers. As you say, they provide companionship, affection, security. I think a lot of Aspies are missing those because we don't connect so easily with other people?

    my puppy is curled up next me as I type this. It is hard to describe the way that makes me feel-like I am smiling inside. 

    I am sure cats bond strongly with people too. I had one cat growing up and she used to sleep on my bed with me.

    that is great you are being sensible and waiting until the time is right to get a dog.

    i found fostering animals hard but very rewarding. It is hard when they die in your care and also hard to let them go and be adopted by someone else. But the rewards are worth it.

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