Pets Just Seem To Get It

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My dog always cares when no one else does.

So true

My cats come to me when I am crying to comfort me, it I amazing how they can sense our pain

I agree. Though I lost two animals last year, one in February, and one in September six days after my birthday. I feel as if someone is purposely torturing me.

I have a dog, two cats, a snake and a fish tank. It's amazing how having animals around can lift your mood. Especially dogs and cats, I don't know what I'd do without them!

Little my, I know I love my 2 cats…I have been reading more and more lately about this,bets and how they lift people up…

They're just so observant, they really know when something's up and try to help. I remember when I was little and my brother broke his arm, we sat him on the sofa and made him a cup of tea (not realising it was broken) and our cat, Daisy, came and lay next to him with her tail across his arm. When we took him to the hospital the doctor pointed out where the line of the break was on his arm and it was exactly where she had put her tail! And she always used to put her tail across my stomach when I had a tummy ache too.

WOW!! That is some story…amazing..

I have a small dog for 10 Years and I can honestly say he has help my deep depression he has see me cry and has just being there for me with no judgment or conditions… He is more than a pet to me he is like a child.. At times I cry of pain when I look at his face and think one day I will see him go… I try to not think about it but is hard not to… Pets can be lifesavers he has being for me

I agree so much with how much an animal can impact your well being. I live on my own with my boyfriend and I've had pets all my life and I've been without one since May. But it's only in the winter blues It's really killing me to not have one of my babies to snuggle up to and have a good cry or to simply have that affection without judgement. I just wish other people would see how much I need a fluffy baby to love with so much love in return!!!

Pets are great companions 24/7 I can see how hard it is to be without one.

I agree 100% I have severe depression but have two puppies a cat and kitten to help me when I have no one else but my phone and stupid internet.

I agree I've had depression for some time and at the beginning all I had was my dogs thy been with me through thick and thin and one in particular knows every expression on my face he's just turned 13 the other day thy never judge you thy just love you what ever x

It's true. I'm reading this book, " Chicken Soup For The Cat Lovers Soul" (I love cats) and a lot of depressed people that can't get help from meds get cats, which cheer them up. That's why I'm begging my mom to get me a cat.

I have read this book & love it too. :) I have 4 dogs & 6 cats, mostly
elderly & rescued. I Love them all. They do make a huge difference in our lives-
there's is no way to ever repay them for all they give but I insist on trying to.
I am lucky to have help caring for them, each one is very special! Hugs, marieanne

My cat died ages ago. The cat was called Tabitha. Tabby for short. And I downloaded this app because I was crying about her. She was the best cat ever. She would come up and wake me in the middle of the night and then snuggle up next to me. She would always be wet and always start purring. She got hit by a car when I was away. :-( R.I.P best cat in the world.

Oops, accidentally liked my own comment… my bad!

When my cat died nearly 2 years ago I fell apart completely. He was my rock when I had no friends and would always cheer me up. I spent most of my time with him and I'm even crying now because I miss him. I just keep looking at my door waiting for him to come.

Pets are great for those suffering illness, of any kind. They will "be there"
for you, it's so true. They are a true Blessing from above. I have 4 dogs
& 6 cats- & get a lot of help taking care of them. They are all rescues, &
are the best! This I count as one of my greatest Blessings~ Hugs, marieanne

My cats are always there for me . It's like they sense depression cus they always make me happy

My dog is always there for me. She has definitely saved my life on occasion. Without her I would be totally lost.

I really like thus but this also caused me a great deal of pain. Not even 6 hours ago my dog was put to sleep. I lost it all when I held her and she stopped breathing. I composed myself but now little things set me off. I know it's good but I have work and school tomorrow and these things will distract me. I usually turn to music but i can't find a song. Can anyone give me a tip on how to just completely flush this sadness away for awhile

My dog died a few months ago. He was 15 & he was having seizures. They got so bad that he was in pain, so we decided it would be best for him to go. He was happy to go because he got all happy when he was in the car.

I had to put my favorite dog to sleep due to medical reasons. It was the hardest thing I had to do. However, I will say the vet was great and I got to spend a lot of time with my Scooter. It broke my heart and I was a total B for a couple of days. I think we just have to say I had to put my pet down- I feel sad and am distracted.

Understand about pets. They look at you with love and understanding all the time. Not judging like a lot of humans.

Love my 5 dogs more than I do people. They have always been there for me no matter what.

Thank god for animals.

My cats know when I am depressed. They are my rock during these times. I just want to feel better so they will feel better. My main job is to make sure they have food and water and a clean litterbox! I consider my cats my family. When I had to give up 5 cats in July (I still have 2) my world feel apart! Along with having a homeless relative that I worry about has set me into a deep depression. I have suffered off and on since 1993 and have been on just about every med. you can be on. I am unable to find free counseling so thank you for this website. I have been on Effexor and just started with Zyprexa 1 week ago. This is day 9 and I am feeling a bit better and hope it continues.

Your cats sound wonderful! I hope your drugs keep working for you. I take Cymbalta and that works well for me. Praise God! :)

I took Cymbalta and it gave me headaches and night mares. Is that unusual?

Hi! I have taken Cymbalta for several years now. While I do have some Wierd dreams, I don't necessarily attribute it to Cymbalta. My headaches are usually sinus or stress. How many mgs were you taking? Did you start low and work your way up? Do you take it at the same time as you take other meds? How long prior to bedtime?

My cats give me moments when I totally forget what I'm feeling. They make me smile with their different personalities.

To be honest, my dog is the only thing keeping me alive right now. I feel that if I where to die, it would break his little heart. He was already sad when I moved out for 3 months so I can't even imagine how he would be of I died.

Pets are a wonderful thing to live for. You love them and they love you back. You feed and water them. Keep them warm when they need to be warm and cool when they need to be cool. And in their own way, they take care of you and see that you take care of yourself. They are wonderful! :)

Pets are a wonderful thing to live for. You love them and they love you back. You feed and water them. Keep them warm when they need to be warm and cool when they need to be cool. And in their own way, they take care of you and see that you take care of yourself. They are wonderful! :)

My cat is the best thing in my life right now. He always knows how to make me feel better. Usually he'll lay on my lap when I'm having a low. He never leaves my side and he's always begging for attention, even if I'm already giving it to him. LOL! He's the best cat in the world. I'm so grateful to have him. :)

Bubba always understood. He was a great dog. I agree with your post animals are truly amazing

I am a certified dog trainer and a foster mom. I loved reading this. Animals are incredible. They are the reason I get up in the morning. To change lives, to make their lives better. They make mine better too :)

I totally agree. I swear my cats have saved my life. Once when I was seriously contemplating suicide, my usually cold shouldered kitty came over and sat on my lap and I decided not to do anything. Life still isn't great but I got a cat tattoo on my leg in memory of this event.

That is so true. I have 5 rescue dogs, who have been with me thru all my hard times, when I cry and sob they look at me and come sit by me, and actually look sad. My dachund actually cries with me. Just going thru a bad breakup 3 weeks ago, and they were all scared of him when he lived here cuz of his anger/temper issues and how he would scream at me. He hit one of them while mad at me. Would have rather have him hit me. But, they definetly know what is going on and love me more than anything. My ex couldnt understand why I loved animals maybe more than people, told me I wqs selfish and stupid for that. Cant understand why someone wouldnt love a quality about someone that is compassion.

Their love is unconditional all they ask is for shelter food and water. And the same affection in return. I had 3 hamsters but the other ones bit me except herby. Yesterday I found him dead with his face completely eaten away I saw the other hamsters feasting on him it was horrible. I picked up his little body with a glove and placed it in a box that used to be for my microphone. He always used to stare at me with those little black eyes and I always felt hope now I feel in pain. I was so hurt by the hamsters eating him I took them to a pet store and gave it to them. I loved herby so much.:(

I am so sorry about Herby. I wouldn't have wanted to keep the other 2 either. That is too bizarre! Are you thinking about getting a cat or some other pet. I know someone that has a turtle and that particular turtle loves attention. But it would be hard to snuggle :)

Well I agree about your comments on pets, but, however, nothing compares to one of God's Rewards! The pets are some of his gifts!

I know what you mean! When I am more than just depressed I take my dog or cat into my room and hold them and cry silently on my bed. Sometimes I even whisper softly to them abot it all.

I talk to my dog like this too. She is only six months old, but she seems to be able to understand how I feel. When I cry, she will come and nuzzle me and make little noises and wag her tail. Sometimes just the fact she cares so much makes me cry. I often wonder if I'm doing the right things for her to make her grow right, etc. She is so good to me, I don't want to let her down.

Hi! She sounds special. What is her name and what type is she?

She's a yellow lab retriever. Her name is Spunker. Don't ask me how I arrived at that name. I just began calling her that when I was driving her home in the car, and it stuck.

What a cute name! I had a yellow lab. They are just a beautiful dog. I know that you will get a lot of enjoyment!

I do the same :)

I have a long haired chihuahua named Paris. She the sweetest and the meanest but I love her. Sometimes when I feel bad and she cheers me. There one thing that I envy from her, she always lives in the moment. She love her toys and find pleasure just being alive. It makes you wonder, who is really the master?

They are the Masters. They just allow us to pay the bills, take care of them and let us believe we are :)

My little gal is spoiled beyond belief.

Thanks, you made me smile "who is really the master?" LOL

My pets through the years have always been my best friends (other than gram, but she's gone now). If not for jasmine and baby I would have been gone for many years and not have had two beautiful kids. I fight every day to keep going and Kathy (my fine furry friend) helps emensely. Animals to me are better than us humans.

This is so true! How do they know? I was cutting myself one night and my dog saw and started barking like craaazy! Id never seen him like that. Other times I've been crying and he comes over. I love him :)

Dogs have this 6th sense and know what you are feeling. They know when to cuddle and when to leave you alone. Are you getting help for your cutting?

I have about 7 cats, but 1 lives in my house. He's the one who always knows when im depressed or upset. But no one believes meh. So i was like "okay, whatever. " and i went about my business. But yeah he hugs meh like.. Wow. But i love i!! :) hes overprotective of guys lol thats why i am single bc every guy gets attacked

I have about 7 cats, but 1 lives in my house. He's the one who always knows when im depressed or upset. But no one believes meh. So i was like "okay, whatever. " and i went about my business. But yeah he hugs meh like.. Wow. But i love i!! :) hes overprotective of guys lol thats why i am single bc every guy gets attacked

My animals are what keeps me here but is that a good thing??

Of course! There is no doubt that is a good thing that you are still here :)

If you are here…it is a good thing bro. Who cares about why. Glad your here. Peace.

Why not? I'd have died multiple times, had it not been for Felix. What prevents my death is the thought,"Who would take care of my Felix? How could he ever understand why I left without him?" I can't, and won't do that to my best friend.

Whatever works is good.

My pets keep me sane… Well as sane as I can be.

A lot of the time my dogs and my 1 fish make me happier thant any person had. I love my animals and my fish. When I sit in front of the fish bowl it seems to be happy I am near. When I am mad the fish seems to make things better. My dog sits on my lap and licks me as to tell me he loves me and makes me feel a lot better. Its really good to have them near, with their unconditional love..

I agree about animals. They help with our well being and sanity. They are therapeutic. I have a dog and four cats. I'd rather have a therapy session with my animals than my psychiatrist. I know i'll feel better when it's over.

I know they can understand me and that's what really matters, they don't ignore you and sometimes you don't even have to try to get their attention, they can sense that there's something wrong and they are always there for you when you need someone

Ur so right, I may get rid of
My knife and get a dog

Agree completely. Ok, they're not people, but they do have a lot of emotional abilities that people don't have (or, probably more accurate, abilities that people may have, but don't have time or the inclination to use with others). Hooray for my dog when she lies down on the couch with me and lays her head on my leg. Insta-therapy. It's wonderful. I thank God for my doggy.

Yes they are there for us and when I am down I give them a stroke and a hug and they nuzzle and sometimes give a lick just to say yes I am here for you… I love my animals I wish I could do more for them because they are very special to me & dogs and cats I have 7 dogs & 4 cats and 1 turtle…

Ha, that's awesome. Does the turtle help too? Lol… =]

I couldn't agree with you more.. I have a fluffball named Marshall that I honestly feel loves me and accepts me for who I am like no human ever has or ever will.. I know some people see cats as aloof and standoffish, but not my little lion! He's so affectionate and in tune with my emotions. When I'm feeling down or lonely, he senses it and will come sit in my lap or curl up on my chest and start purring.. it's like he's giving me a hug when I need one the most.. he's still young, just turned a year old, and is still playful and into everything.. he's not only a great companion, but he's a constant source of love, laughter, and support.. he adds so much joy and love to my life.. he gives me unconditional love and he's totally adorable- he's the total package! <3

AWWW!!!!! TEAR> Without my sisters dogs I dont know where I would be they are so affecotnate and healing to be around I think they need to have pet therapy for the mentaly ill I think it would help aolt of peopple dogs and cats both have so much to give us and other animals to we could learn alot from our pets if we just give them the chance to teach us.

I love my two cats so much!!!!!!! My two teenage daughters talk back, but not my cats. They are part of my therapy!!!!