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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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  • Thanks, I am very glad that I could be of help. I have loved animals my whole life, ever since I was very small. I didn't have anyone in my family I could turn to or trust, so I found that bonding with animals made me feel happy. 

    I particularly love the fostering and rescuing, as then I feel like I am helping another creature. I haven't always had anyone to help me, so I like to help others when I can. I guess I can relate to how they feel maybe? It is such hard work though. I have been doing it for 10 years and am getting really tired now spending every weekend cleaning. But I won't stop completely-just keep the numbers down so it is more manageable.

    i find it interesting too how strongly animals can bond with humans. It is understandable in animals who live in social groups (like dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc). They are used to forming social bonds. I find it amazing that more solitary creatures do too-like reptiles. Our beardie is very bonded to us. He gets very annoyed when he doesn't get any attention .

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  • Thanks, I am very glad that I could be of help. I have loved animals my whole life, ever since I was very small. I didn't have anyone in my family I could turn to or trust, so I found that bonding with animals made me feel happy. 

    I particularly love the fostering and rescuing, as then I feel like I am helping another creature. I haven't always had anyone to help me, so I like to help others when I can. I guess I can relate to how they feel maybe? It is such hard work though. I have been doing it for 10 years and am getting really tired now spending every weekend cleaning. But I won't stop completely-just keep the numbers down so it is more manageable.

    i find it interesting too how strongly animals can bond with humans. It is understandable in animals who live in social groups (like dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc). They are used to forming social bonds. I find it amazing that more solitary creatures do too-like reptiles. Our beardie is very bonded to us. He gets very annoyed when he doesn't get any attention .

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