Preaching To The Pooch

My Daisy helped get me through the worst break up of my life. She knows when I'm down and comes to give hugs and kisses. She never lets me be a couch potato lol she brings me her toys till I break down and play. Then next thing I know I'm laughing and in a much better mood.

I love my doggie and we talk everyday! Of course she is a great listener, and she always offers her unconditional love. That's what is so great about dogs and other pets; they always love and understand you no matter what, and you can always count on them for support and comfort even in the worst of times and even if you're wrong. :)

Wow - I can't believe someone else prays with their pets! The Bible says to "preach the gospel to ALL CREATURES" so I take that literally! I love my Miniature Pinscher as I would my own child and she is my main companion other than my spouse. I love to talk to her and watch her cock her head as she hears familiar words.

I know you are going to think this is crazy, but sometimes I think with the current conditions in our counrty it would be better just to have "4 legged children" rather than 2 legged ones! Although I do have 2 grown children, I currently have a pet rat and a bengal cat that serve as my "babies" and yes I talk to them all the time. My cat even has time outs when he is naughty!

i have two dogs and i dont think i have ever found myself talking to them. i have talked out loud about frustrations while they are present and have stolen a glance to see their reaction or a supportive look, but if i want to solve anything i need to speak to my husband who can actually contribute against a non verbal animal with whom i'm just seeking subconscious agreement from.

I'm pretty lucky, my husband's a very good listener. That's the area I have to work on . . . hmmm... wonder if he talks to the dog? :)

i never talk to my pet but i do have to say that if you are sad just having them cuddle next to you seems to help

I find just talking aloud to my pets helps a lot!

I let my husband know when Im upset but he doesn't always pick up on it no matter how obvious it is. My cat on the other hand picks it up quickly, when you cry she comes up to you and starts rubbing on you. My cat will even come up to your face and lick you, she calms me down faster than anyone/anything I know. Who could be upset when you've got a cute little cat licking your face? lol

I have three dogs and yes I do agree that they are good listeners. I find it calming to take them outside to play.

I have 2 dogs and 3 cats, by far my dogs are way more consoling that the cats. Its just nature. I actually have anxiety issues and instead of taking meds for it I have found that petting my dog has helped more than anything.

The good thing about pets is that if you tell them a secret, you know it's going to stay a secret.

That is so true. Yes my pet is definitely a good listener. I have a beagle and he is just as cute as can be. He's here with me all day while my husband is at work and children are at school.

Yes animals listen much better than pretty much all the men I have met, but I dont yell what I ramble on about to them. They cheer me up and comfort me.

I pray together with my pets. But I don't try to dwell on problems, just look for the good. Hard to be mad when you're hugging on your furry family member. And they seem to know best when I'm sick, or under the weather, they stick by my side and follow me around until I'm better. I know they are in tune more so then most humans, if my schedule varies too much for too long, theirs is off too. I think it's a we care for them, they care for us situation.