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I have experienced both depression and suicide ideation for over 40 years.
I acquired 2 cats last November and they have done wonders for my mental heath.
The cats are sisters and they are definitely a pair of characters.
Pets do help, my dog certainly helps when I'm really bad. Glad you found little furry friends to help you
Welcome to the forum, @Jampa
I had the same going on, so got a puppy mini now tweenie dachs last August on the advice of my GP, for the breed & getting another dog sooner rather than later. Never been without dogs until three years before I got my pupster, it was always my plan to get another & she has helped no end, still taking the tabs, but hopefully, will come off them in the next few months or so. Pets are invaluable to brighten moods, mental health & life in general. 💖
And that is why I've had a life filled with dogs,birds, and other little beings. Someone else needs you ,it's a firm focus. I'm the v same regarding the depression ,anxiety ,panic disorder. My Dogs are a calming influence and come to me right away when they sense my "change". 58 yrs of being dog obsessed has definitely had major benefits
Hey there @Jampa and welcome to the community from me too. 😊
I always have to have multiple pets, as you said they really do wonders for our mental health. ❤️ Do you have any photos of your furry friends you could share with us? I'd love to see them.
MMy furry life savers
They look happy😁
They are! But they are a little crazy as well. Especially around bed time.
Oh looks at those beautiful faces! ❤️ They definitely look like they enjoy the late night zoomies. 😆
Yes they do. I wonder hom they would like me waking them up during the day?
You should totally get your own back on them if they keep you awake at night. 😆
Cats are great, I have 3 , one from a kitten, one ex feral and one ex stray. I used to have a dog, but after she passed. I decided on getting another cat, I already had the kitten. I can't walk far so decided on cats. The ex feral and stray appeared in the gardens, both not chipped and not neutered. So I took them on,
Hi and a very warm welcome to the community.
Thank you for all your kindness.
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