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Originally Posted by ScathachWarrior
I've found that my cat has been a real help to me over the years. Mine is particularly clingy and demands lap time and play time several times a day. It doesn't matter how I feel or how my day was, he always wants attention from me and really helps with the loneliness. He does seem to be able to tell when I need more attention and on the really bad days won't leave my side. I think having a pet can be extremely helpful to those struggling with depression. The constant companionship is invaluable.
What have been your experiences with pets as someone suffering with depression?
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My guy is a lot like that too. Now that he has been with me for a few years, he has settled down a bit and is more polite. He will follow me and sit at my feet waiting for my signal before jumping up.
His absolute undivided love has kept me going. I feel bad for him right now, I'm not doing great and that stresses him out. I wonder if he worries about losing his home? He is a rescue cat. I've never had a cat like him before. He gives out real hugs, he will come up put his paws on ether side of my neck and squeeze. I thought this was an English Blue personality characteristic ( I had a Siamese (Isis)-wonderful talky gal and an American short hair(Inca) they were both more traditional cats. Isis did play fetch and all my cats greet me when I come in the door)but I keep reading about other cats like Sir on PC. Are these wonderful guys drawn to us or maybe we are drawn to them? 
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