❀ ✿ Cat, Dog, Goldfish, Gerbil? Do You Have A Pet? ❀ ✿

I have the most amazing Chihuahua in the world.  I was diagnosed last Tuesday.  Sentinel Node injection tomorrow and surgery on Wednesday.  Since the day I came home with the news, 'Lil Pup has not left my side.  When I get up to leave the room, she follows.  If I sit on the couch, she needs to sit with me.  Was in the the shower this morning and looked through the glass to see two little eyes starring at me.  (and it wasn't my husband). ha ha.  I believe our pets sense our feelings better than most people do.  Thank God for all of them!

Debbie

Ritzy said:

Your little dog sounds

Your little dog sounds precious Debbie.  I've always believed our pets sense something too.  Pics?

Sue

A lady at the cancer center said her dog all of a sudden started staying really close to her left side and she couldn't figure out why.  She'd sit down and he'd be right there. She was diagnosed with bc on her left side.  She said her little dog wouldn't leave her side before and even after the surgery for a long time.  Like he sensed something and then wanted to protect her.  Love our furry friends!

Hoot Owl said:

My 'Lil Pup!

I have the most amazing Chihuahua in the world.  I was diagnosed last Tuesday.  Sentinel Node injection tomorrow and surgery on Wednesday.  Since the day I came home with the news, 'Lil Pup has not left my side.  When I get up to leave the room, she follows.  If I sit on the couch, she needs to sit with me.  Was in the the shower this morning and looked through the glass to see two little eyes starring at me.  (and it wasn't my husband). ha ha.  I believe our pets sense our feelings better than most people do.  Thank God for all of them!

Debbie

That is so cute about your little chihuahua Debbie!  Your hubby was staring at you, just not right here.  lol  Our cat runs when we have bad storms coming and hides or else tries to bury himself in my lap.  How I love animals! 

Yes, our furry friends have been there for us in every aspect of our daily lives...I picked up a thank you card the other day - inside it said something like - the more I get to know people, the better I love my dog...that may sound a bit obsurd to those that don't care too much for animals - but if you really love your pet, you would agree with that statement.  My Jack Russell has been the best little supportive nurse maid I could have asked for...He was at my side all day/everyday when I was out on medical leave...I do believe he had separation issues when I had to go back to work...My partner has been great too, but there is nothing cuter than the love of a dog.  

cinnamonsmile said:

Brian used to have several

Brian used to have several cats, but then after they disappeared and died, he didn't have anymore til me.

I have a rust colored with splashes of black 8 year old small but round American Cocker Spaniel. Our personalities are so similar. She is currently battling a torn ACL . I had the flu for six weeks (the cough lasted six weeks), then I had my appendix out, so it had been so long since I could take her for a walk. I decided to take a short jaunt through the back yard to dump kitchen scraps in the compost bin. Porr Cinnamon was having so much fun, hopping through the deep snow when she belted the loudest YELP. We had about two inches of ice beneath the snow and her back leg slipped and tore her ACL. We are waiting til next Monday to call Vet for an update.

My cat, Tigger, of around 12 years or so died last spring. It was awful. He loved to drink shower water, so I put him in the tub before I went to bed so he could have some. I didn't realize how close to death he was. He couldn't get out of the tub. So he spend his last night alive in the cold tub. He died the next afternoon when I put him to sleep.

I wanted to get two really neat brother cats from the Humane Society, but couldn't because we are still technically within the city limits and they have a two animal rule. Well, I thought I didn't want another cat, but Brian thought I did, and I thought Brian wanted one, so we have ended up wtih a big females cat named Dazzle. We wanted a cat that had been there the longest at the shelter.Cinnamon hates the cat. She tolerated TIgger cuz he was with me first. Dazzle has learned how to live with the brut, so we manage.

I also have two zebra finches. Mr. Bird and Mrs. Bird or Birdies. Or Little Bird, whatever I feel like calling them.

I am not sure I should even call ours a cat as he is so human acting.  lol  And ofcourse, we all spoil him.  We get so much love in return though, that it is so worth it! 

This is a really cute post!

I have 3 guinea pigs and a cat. They are my babies. Pigs are almost 7 years old and my cat is going to be 10 July 16 (same birthday as my mama who I lost to ovarian cancer).

They are my reason to fight. I have no children. They make me smile.

IE_Hope said:

Cats, dogs, birds oh my !

We have many pets here and every single one of them has there way of helping me feel better.  The dogs just sit by my side and they look at me with those loving eyes.  The cats, sometimes allow me to pet them  LOL  We also were bottle feeding 3 day old kittens that are now 6 weeks old and they are cuddlers.  Can't forget the chickens all I can say is they are very entertaining to watch.   

I am bless to have these pets cause they do help and would not have it any other way

 

de

 

De, chickens?  You must live on a farm.  lol  You sound like an animal lover like me.  How are those little kittens doing?  Are you keeping them or finding homes for them? 

Rose

cinnamonsmile said:

Brian used to have several

Brian used to have several cats, but then after they disappeared and died, he didn't have anymore til me.

I have a rust colored with splashes of black 8 year old small but round American Cocker Spaniel. Our personalities are so similar. She is currently battling a torn ACL . I had the flu for six weeks (the cough lasted six weeks), then I had my appendix out, so it had been so long since I could take her for a walk. I decided to take a short jaunt through the back yard to dump kitchen scraps in the compost bin. Porr Cinnamon was having so much fun, hopping through the deep snow when she belted the loudest YELP. We had about two inches of ice beneath the snow and her back leg slipped and tore her ACL. We are waiting til next Monday to call Vet for an update.

My cat, Tigger, of around 12 years or so died last spring. It was awful. He loved to drink shower water, so I put him in the tub before I went to bed so he could have some. I didn't realize how close to death he was. He couldn't get out of the tub. So he spend his last night alive in the cold tub. He died the next afternoon when I put him to sleep.

I wanted to get two really neat brother cats from the Humane Society, but couldn't because we are still technically within the city limits and they have a two animal rule. Well, I thought I didn't want another cat, but Brian thought I did, and I thought Brian wanted one, so we have ended up wtih a big females cat named Dazzle. We wanted a cat that had been there the longest at the shelter.Cinnamon hates the cat. She tolerated TIgger cuz he was with me first. Dazzle has learned how to live with the brut, so we manage.

I also have two zebra finches. Mr. Bird and Mrs. Bird or Birdies. Or Little Bird, whatever I feel like calling them.

I've really enjoyed reading about everyone's pets.  This is a cute idea.  We have an older cat that gets treated as well as our kids and grandkids.  I feel sorry for him sometimes, as the younger grandkids forget to be gentle to him. So, we have to remind them.  He loves them though and just lets them carry him around.

I have had a dog literally my entire life, haven't been able to last more than 6 months before the next one seems to adopt me.  And, have always believed in the healing power of the unconditional love our pets provide.  During the fatigue driven days of chemo, Phoenix was truly never more than 3 feel from my side, especially during those days I'd just give in and curl up for a nap, he loved those times.  I am now offically a two year survivor, but he still stays as close to me as possible.  Love my husband, who was very supportive during treatments, but now is more, oh just get over it and move on, great suggestion but as we all know, sometimes doesn't work so well.  But, Phoenix, he just sticks by me, good or bad days, he is there.

felinegruvy said:

Pet rescuer suffering with depression

I was diagnosed last year with IDC, stage 3. I am on my last few infusions of herceptin. Altho I feel fairly well (tired tho)I feel like crying almost 24/7. I have done rescue work for the past 20 years. I have unadoptable pets that I still care for but have stopped resue altogethor. My job closed down right before I was diagnosed. Since then I have been unable to find a job and am so fearful of losing everything. My animals keep me going, they need me. One little guy, Pretzel, wraps his little arms around my neck and puts his head on my shoulder every night. So sweet and comforting. My main problem is fear and depression. This includes prospects for my future....future for everything. What is going to happen to me? I have tried everything I know to find work that I can physically do without 'pooping out' after a few hours. I am 60 years old, live alone and feel hopeless and worthless. I don't know where to turn for help with my financial situation. The Cancer Care center in Pa.helped me somewhat in the beginning but they can only do so much. I was grateful for what they did do for me. Is anyone else in my situation? I need some kind of reassurance etc. So tired of the fear and don't want to use the 'C' word for any kind of excuse for my feelings but it is difficult. Thanks for reading. I just found this site and it has helped already.

 

>>HHHUUGGGG<<< We might not be in the exact same situation but you have definately found a place where we all can relate to you and how you are feeling.

Your emotions are probably hieghtened by your meds so just being a little depressed seems like HUGE DEPRESSION.. just try to take a few deep breaths and focus on what makes you feel good. Right now you are fighting an invisible battle and one of the best ways to win it is to only do what brings you joy.

Consider this.. even the most healthy people have no clue what is going to happen to them.. there is no way to know.. so stop worrying about it. Just completely eliminate the thought from your mind. Focus on what is going on now.. how you feel and how you can make it better. For me when I was where you are I got into "Second Life" which is a virtual reality system, where you can do, look, be anything you want, and most importantly NOBODY IS SICK! LOL that evolved into DJing online and went on to doing internet radio.. now I co-own to Net Radio stations that bring me alot of joy.

As far as finding work and all that stuff.. I had a few of those companies that hire work from home customer service reps and things like that. And I tapped into what I enjoyed and started making custom order CDs for family and friends. Maybe you can look outside the normal job box and find something that would not only bring in some money but also make you feel good. Hey I got an idea.. you could one of those help lines people can pay to call you and get advice about animals or help ppl find the best pet for them. i dunno.. just a thought.

Welcome to the site.. I havent been a member here long but the ppl here definitely make you feel like part of the team.

God Bless & Good Luck!!