Comments on: Pets, Health Benefits of Animals, & Lupus

By: Jo Ann Koepke

Jo Ann Koepke — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:10:51 +0000

I have had a kitty since I was 3 years old and am now 75 years old. I have also had lupus and epilepsy since I was 12 years old. My kitties have not only been a companion to me, they have also learned very quickly thow to warn me if I am going to have a seizure and then they stay with me during and after the seizure. Several times my kitties have figured out how to get help for me if I fall or otherwise get injured. I do not think I would even be alive without my kitty. One thing kitties do ise purr and this purr helps prevent my seizures. I had an incident when just last Dec. where my kittie actually saved my life by purring right next to me until a human being was around. Right after the humans were by me, my kittie stoppred purrring and I went into respiratory arrest. The doctors all told me that my kittie had kept me alive until help could come and that was for a long time. I love my kitties and they love me.

By: Jo Ann Koepke

Jo Ann Koepke — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:10:51 +0000

I have had a kitty since I was 3 years old and am now 75 years old. I have also had lupus and epilepsy since I was 12 years old. My kitties have not only been a companion to me, they have also learned very quickly thow to warn me if I am going to have a seizure and then they stay with me during and after the seizure. Several times my kitties have figured out how to get help for me if I fall or otherwise get injured. I do not think I would even be alive without my kitty. One thing kitties do ise purr and this purr helps prevent my seizures. I had an incident when just last Dec. where my kittie actually saved my life by purring right next to me until a human being was around. Right after the humans were by me, my kittie stopped purring and I went into respiratory arrest. The doctors all told me that my kittie had kept me alive until help could come and that was for a long time. I love my kitties and they love me.

By: Denise

Denise — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:33:16 +0000

In reply to Jean. I totally agree. My 2 cats know when I’m feeling worse and they give me much comfort

By: Denise

Denise — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:33:16 +0000

In reply to Jean. I totally agree. My 2 cats know when I’m feeling worse and they give me much comfort

By: Lisa Dawson

Lisa Dawson — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:39:20 +0000

I have two young cats and they sense when I’m not feeling well and will cuddle up next to me which makes me feel good. They are also good listeners.

By: Devon Lydecker

Devon Lydecker — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 02:43:13 +0000

In reply to Jean. I agree 100%! I love my dog, he goes everywhere with me.

By: Euni Dadzie

Euni Dadzie — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 20:41:27 +0000

I have been thinking of getting a dog as l am about to retire due to the progressive nature of lupus. I am really looking forward to getting a dog and came across this site.
Just wanted to say a big thank you for all the comments as it had cheered me up immensely.
Take care

By: Georg

Georg — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 14:37:18 +0000

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By: Maria Clement

Maria Clement — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 21:30:27 +0000

After I had to give up work I got a lab x bearded collie mix puppy for company at home. She is smart and sweet and loving. I call her my nurse dog because she has such a keen sense of when I’m unwell or sad. She never leaves my side. When I fall (balance problems, thanks lupus) she wriggles underneath me and pushes upward, then stands so I can lean on her as I get up. I never taught her that. And she is always happy and ready for fun. That’s something I need to work on always, so lupus doesn’t win.