Dogs - do they help?

Hi Leo1

I definitely think that our pets know when we are unwell and like to take care of us. Your border terriers sound lovely.

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Jane

Hi Leo1, I have 2 Cockapoos and at times they are a pain in the….. ankle   but my 4yr old knew I was ill before I did.! He stopped laying across my lap of an evening to sleep, so I guessed it was something serious. 
but they have given me a reason to get up when I couldn’t be bothered each day, and out and about each day.

he sniffs me each day to sense how I’m doing and my Consultant/ surgeon told me to keep him close, he’ll be my best friend through this journey. 
I couldn’t be without them mentally or physically now.

Julia x

Julia, Thanks fir the reply. I recon that my dogs sensed something to as one of tge dogs started lying next to me on tge sofa and started pressing up to me which he had not done before. Little sweetie.

I didn't get my dog until after treatment. She keeps me active and makes sure I am up every morning for a walk. Now nearly 11 years old. Best wishes.

Hi Leo1

Dogs are so prescious arent they. I had a cavvy, loved her to bits, they are such clever creatures, very loving

much love Angela x

I got my dog two years after my diagnosis, when I felt I would survive. He's the last in a long line of labradors I have loved. Hero was the dog before, she was my perfect girl. Gentle, kind, really well behaved. Can't say the same for this over excited boy, even at 5 when he ought to know better. He definitely worries about me if he thinks I'm unwell or unhappy. Unfortunately he shows his concern by poking me anxiously with his paw, or running round me in nervous circles. Nonetheless he's my nutcase and he makes my heart sing. Hx 

Hahaha that s funny

My cocker spaniel Babs will not leave my side. Always been clingy but just howls now if she is separated from me. Ava the Labrador knows something is up but isn't being so pushy.

Although I have a wonderful partner , my dogs are an huge source of comfort to me.