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Edmore, MI

We all know that stress and HIV is not a good combination. Pets can help us lower our stress, and they are a part of the family too. So who has pets? Let's show them off! This is my Odie. He was born August 19, 2010. CLICK ON PICTURES TO ENLARGE THEM.

November 29, 2017 (edited)
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Members joyfully answered the call to show off their pets in a thread celebrating the stress-relieving power of animals for people living with... Read more

Members joyfully answered the call to show off their pets in a thread celebrating the stress-relieving power of animals for people living with HIV. Several members shared stories of dogs, cats, fish, reptiles, birds, and even a guinea pig bringing daily comfort, with many rescuing their pets from shelters or difficult situations, and a few noting their animals helped them through dark times including depression and recovery. A recurring theme was the deep, unconditional bond between members and their pets, with many describing their animals as family members who sense their needs and provide love that is hard to find elsewhere.

A myHIVteam Member

Armani on the left. He was adopted as well, so no birth for him but we assume he was born around 2017. The only picture I have of him. He doesn't sit long enough for me to get pictures of him. Odie on top, Sheba on bottom.

March 22 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

This is Pooh Bear

March 5, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

Munchkin was..(unfortunately passed away 4yrs ago) my one and only...the only male in my bed for 10 yrs...lol lol lol

March 21, 2019 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

i have 6 dogs and god only knows how many dam cats are out there,but my dogs are my family, they even stopped me from suicide a few times, i have had dogs as far back as i can remember they snuggled up with me at night outside hiding in rhe buches to keep my mothers husband from beating hell out of me,oh well i know i wont live without them,my human family sucks, so ill stik to where thde love is at swith my dogs

March 20, 2019
A myHIVteam Member

My pets kept me going while I was laying on the couch for my first month or two while i was recovering. They just wouldn't let me out of there sight. They are still like that now, the dogs and the cat. So I have a huge debt to them.

March 19, 2019

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