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Pet therapy: Tell us about your four-legged friend! ๐Ÿพ

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Edited on 04/06/2025 at 01:16

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Hello everyone,

How are you doing today? ๐Ÿ˜Š

Have you ever noticed how much better you feel after spending time with your pet? Whether itโ€™s a dog excitedly wagging its tail, a cat lazily curling up on your lap, or even a chirping bird waking you up in the morning, animals have an incredible way of lifting our spirits. This is the magic of pet therapy, or the comfort, companionship, and emotional support animals bring to our lives.

Studies show that spending time with pets can lower stress, reduce anxiety, and even improve heart health. Plus, they never fail to make us smile, no matter how tough the day has been. From playful antics to loyal companionship, pets bring so much joy. ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ

Letโ€™s talk about your furry (or feathered, or scaly!) friends:

How has your pet helped you cope with stress or health challenges?

Whatโ€™s one funny or heart-warming story about your pet that always makes you smile?

If you donโ€™t have a pet, is there an animal youโ€™ve always dreamed of having?

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Weโ€™d love to hear all about your companions and the special role they play in your life. Share a story, a memory, or just brag about how amazing they are! ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿพ

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team ๐ŸŒผ

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08/06/2025 at 19:36

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We have to labs that are my sanity--Remi and Pru. Their love is unconditional and they are always there and know when its a good day or bad. My hearts!! ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ


Pet therapy: Tell us about your four-legged friend! ๐Ÿพ https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/life-beyond-illness/pet-therapy-tell-us-about-your-fourlegged-friend-5582 2025-06-08 19:36:41

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17/06/2025 at 17:04

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We no longer have our 17-year-old Jack Russell called Rhodie. He was the joy of our lives, and we miss him dearly. Unfortunately, he had kidney failure and had to be put down almost 2 years ago... I would do anything to have him back with us!

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Pet therapy: Tell us about your four-legged friend! ๐Ÿพ https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/life-beyond-illness/pet-therapy-tell-us-about-your-fourlegged-friend-5582 2025-06-17 17:04:15

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