Pets:emotional Support

[Beemo3780]

I have a therapy dog. I had been having really bad panic attacks, and I do have a heart condition already, so it's not the best for me to get all worked up. She's trained to be there for me when I'm stressed and calms me down. But I don't take her with me every where I go or anything, just to the park or for walks around the neighborhood. She's an Australian Shepard/Collie mix and is an absolute sweetheart.

But in addition to that, I have 2 parakeets, and a bearded dragon. I've always had pets, and used to spend my summer's at my aunt's farm.

I think in addition to the unconditional love, the routine of taking care of them really helps me stay out of my head. Plus, with our dog, I get out and stay social with people on a daily basis, even on gloomy days when I would rather hide from the world.

 

[trying2movefwd]

That's great @Beemo3780 By the way if I haven't already done so I would like to welcome you. I hope this site is a blessing to you. I know it has been to me. P.S. I stayed ONE night away from home, i really miss my kitten, looking forward to seeing her later today.

 

[watundah]

My spouse recently said, "I know you like animals more than people."

Well, yeah..

 

[Iamsensative]

I guess I always had pets for comfort. I just lost my 2 rescues kitty's 4 days apart this week. I am devastated. I still have my sweet little dog and 1 kitty but each animal had a special gift they shared. Both brothers 12 & 13 yrs old, they needed to be with each other. Trying not to slip into deep depression. Stay Strong, Breathe. Pray.

 

[trying2movefwd]

I guess I always had pets for comfort. I just lost my 2 rescues kitty's 4 days apart this week. I...

Sorry to hear about the kitty's. I agree every pet is special and has something to offer us. Take care of you.

 

[Iamsensative]

Sorry to hear about the kitty's. I agree every pet is special and has something to offer us. Tak...

Thank you,

 

[EveHarrington]

My spouse recently said, "I know you like animals more than people."..

I have a feeling many of those here feel the same!

 

[Naoru]

My dog is my best friend! :D She listens, she senses when I need extra support, she can have some serious fun but can also snuggle all day, she makes me laugh, she keeps me sane ... well that last one might be questionable ... I think I *might* actually cry if I were to lose her somehow or when she dies. :inlove: Yep, animals are way better than people! ;)