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Dog Wise's avatar

We have two dogs and two horses. So, yes! They definitely are the reason I get up in the morning.!

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Busy sounds like a good word for your life with pets!

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Emery's avatar

I wouldn’t say that they are the reason I get up , but 2 aussies are certainly the reason I get out and exercise.

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Pamela Cummins's avatar

As if I have a choice of getting up in the morning, meow! 😼😻 I agree pets give us purpose and love. Lucinda Rau's blue parakeet with the yellow face is beautiful and unique, tweet.

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

I have never had birds as pets, but Lucinda's are mesmerizing.

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Pamela Cummins's avatar

We have one parakeet, Pedro, who is sweet most of the time. I dislike it when he squawks. Birdy Bird was my first bird and what a good boy he was.

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Rona Maynard's avatar

There’s some interesting research showing that older adults, at risk for loneliness and disconnection, do better with pets to care for, especially dogs, who need to be walked. It’s all about a reason to get up for someone who needs you.

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Anke Herrmann's avatar

Thank you so much for the most beautiful shout-out 🙏😍 I truly appreciate all the work you do, well beyond creating that safe launch pad for dogs into a happy life with loving people 🐾

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Heather Hausenblas, PhD's avatar

He gets me walking everyday! Love him.

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D.L.Stone's avatar

No, but they are the reason behind WHAT TIME I get up in the morning.

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Cats or dogs? My dogs have always had more patience. Cats, not so much!

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D.L.Stone's avatar

Definitely cats.

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Kassandra Ignored 🤓's avatar

Yes, they are relentless and won’t let me sleep. They do give me a small break if I am sick .

I still love my furry babies.

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Sleep seems to be this biggest challenge when one has pets! You are in good company.

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Kassandra Ignored 🤓's avatar

Yes! On the bright side, I don’t need an alarm clock!

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Saves energy, too!

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Kelley White's avatar

Yes. Absolutely

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

This is so interesting!

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Huck & Finn in Spain's avatar

One of many.

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Gary Spangler's avatar

Yes, Cindy. My dog IS the reason I get up in the morning. She typifies “Fido” in so many ways. When my wife and I got her I assumed we’d taken on a dog we’d likely outlive. Some recent changes in my health, one possibly indicative of cancer, offer another. Making sure my companion is secure in her days - loved, food and water, walks, hang outs with her dog buddies - as she has come to expect in her life with two hoomans. My wife already shares in her care, and I’m confident she’ll continue if I’m out of the picture. At 76 ya I’ll remain a follower of Great Spirit, as I’ve done for years. Thanks again Cindy for your wonderful and thought-provoking post. 🐕🐶

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Sorry to hear you have complications, Gary. Your pets are lucky with 2 adoring humans.

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Meri Aaron Walker's avatar

Such a straightforward delicious article Cindy. All true every bit. I recently made a little ebook that tells the story of how my tiny little man, Josh, has transformed my life. I would love to share it with you and your readers.

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Cindy Ojczyk's avatar

Let me know if you add your ebook to a note or a post. I'd love to read it.

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Meri Aaron Walker's avatar

Will do.

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Speaking for Spot's avatar

Love this!

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Molly Senecal's avatar

My pup - Levi - is my heart on legs. I wrote this little note about him - he helped me get out of bed after my daughter died, and he breaks my heart wide open every day. https://substack.com/@mollysenecal/note/c-115693402

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Sherri Purpora's avatar

Absolutely!

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