5:18pm
Dogs - Great Therapy
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If there's anyone out there that doesn't know it yet, Dogs are wonderful therapy in general. I was blessed to have the company of my big old dog for fifteen years, and I can tell you that he made me laugh daily. Not only do dogs possess the ability to smile, but they make you smile too if given half a chance. Some people think the care that a dog requires is a bit much, but I believe that their care is a small exchange for a large return of improved mental health that we experience when we have these wonderful animals around to love on. I have a difficult time dealing with the gray winter months that we experience here in Michigan,
but my bouts of depression were decreased significantly during the time that my Zak was with me. I truly miss him everyday and though it has been almost a year since he left this earth peacefully in his own backyard with me by his side, I'm not quite ready to adopt a new companion. I'll know when I'm ready and when I see that special dog or dogs, I will not hesitate to adopt, possibly another rescue situation, and maybe an older dog that just needs to hang out for awhile. Whenever that time comes, you can bet they will be another spoiled dog and much loved companion. But, deep down, I know I'll be the lucky one. I recommend to anyone who suffers from depression to consider a canine pet, the love they give cannot be measured and the laughter they bring is priceless!
