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keepthetips t1_j903xzd wrote

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808natsu t1_j904m4d wrote

Neither will getting an additional dog👍

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Peelboy t1_j904vcr wrote

Dogs and kids never make things easier, only get involved in things like that when you are healthy and ready to care for something that will rely on you entirely.

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Giggingurl t1_j905wsw wrote

My dog makes make my problems go away.

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johntwoods t1_j9077ma wrote

All of em? Certainly not.

Some of em? Absolutely.

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daveatc1234 t1_j907d0l wrote

Your thought may be flawed If my problem is tennis balls never come back to me when I throw them..

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simondrinkwater t1_j907im5 wrote

But your problems will feel better with a dog by your side.

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more_beans_mrtaggart t1_j907t4j wrote

Nothing will solve all your problems.

Nobody thinks it will. Did you pull this out your arse OP?

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PrisonerV t1_j907tkb wrote

Same can be said for a kid, but a 100 times worse.

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boing757 t1_j908imq wrote

Who comes up with this shit ?

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MarcusXL t1_j90972u wrote

Addendum: A dog is a living thing. It's not an animated stuffed animal.

Before getting a dog, consider whether you are able to give it everything it needs, provide a secure home, pay for vet bills, for its entire natural life. If you're not sure about these things, don't get a dog.

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OrginalPeach t1_j90aapi wrote

My dog annoys my music blasting neighbours. They haven’t stopped but I like natural revenge. If they are playing music, I don’t bother to use his quiet command.

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GrumpiestOldDude t1_j90bqhb wrote

It won't do your taxes or get you that raise at work. But it can give you a connection to the world again when you feel separated. It can give you purpose again when you feel useless. A dog can make even the most isolated feel loved and valued.

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Vegasmmj t1_j90d17w wrote

Shouldn't get a dog unless you own a home. Having a dog makes it way too difficult to secure a rental home in an already crazy market.

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Colonelfudgenustard t1_j90dpfw wrote

Neither will getting it on with a dog, if any sickwads out there need to hear it.

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Empire2k5 t1_j90gzcz wrote

Well of course not. It's not like I can get it to get a job and bring in an extra income. But can definitely help some find joy/happiness in life.

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tombom666 t1_j90hy56 wrote

It solves 99.99%. Thats a win win in my books

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randomcrazy t1_j90nnvs wrote

A cat doesn't need to be taken out for walks, get a cat.

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slimzimm t1_j90op0g wrote

What the FUCK is up with this sub? I’m irrationally angry at how stupid these posts have gotten.

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chaz65 t1_j90rf4o wrote

Gets second dog to solve the program of getting a dog in the first place

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Lets-Go-Fly-ers t1_j90uunm wrote

The real LPT: Depending on what problems you have, a dog can solve most or all of them.

(Financial instability is one they can't solve.)

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Nighteyes09 t1_j90vxxj wrote

Did for me.

Some find faith. Other's accept what they can't control. A few even make massive gains and find fame. Me? I got a dog.

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lifeofideas t1_j90x3qv wrote

What about one more cat? Maybe the problems are due to there not being enough cats. You never really know how many cats you need.

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True-Expression3378 t1_j912so2 wrote

Yeah everyone knows only having a baby will solve all your problems, duh lol.

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ChefLibby t1_j9136hy wrote

I had wanted a dog for years. I finally got one in May. I was then forced to be home each night for him. Having to be home every night made it so I was no longer stopping and spending the night at my abusive exs house. He also hates animals and wouldn’t come over since I have them in the house. It’s been almost a year in May and haven’t seen him since I got him. One problem solved 😂 Thanks Kaycee, you’re a heckin good doggo.

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calico810 t1_j917y78 wrote

“It only shows the world who you really are”

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Bffb550 t1_j91a0h7 wrote

This is completely false - if your problems are too much money and sleep and too much freedom to travel then getting a dog will solve literally every single problem!

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Environmental-Sock52 t1_j91erta wrote

Depends on the people and the dog. My dog has brought nothing but love and joy into my life, and I hope I have done the same for her.

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Blueblackzinc t1_j91nq34 wrote

But getting a dog could solve my cash flow problem. Provided that I do it multiple times.

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Periwinqueen t1_j91nwhj wrote

Replying to jotsea2 (#1,856,875)

They do if you consider taking them to training classes, groomers, and the vet separately. Some dogs are difficult to walk together for the first year of being together and require separate walks as well. So I would say two dogs definitively take more time than one, especially in the formative years, and then in the latter years as well.

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jotsea2 t1_j91p6h3 wrote

Replying to Periwinqueen (#1,857,632)

I mean the first two aren’t necessary requirements. And I agree on some of the cohabit side of things.

That said, they always have someone to play with, which can make care easier/more efficient.

But overall I agree, it’s not as if it’s 2 for 1 or something. It’s another life you’re responsible for

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Periwinqueen t1_j91q32h wrote

Replying to jotsea2 (#1,857,742)

While they’re not requirements, most dogs require some level of training and grooming whether you enlist the help of a professional or do it yourself and it is 2 times the work with 2 animals.

I think it’s a common assumption that two dogs will “tire each other out” and/or entertain each other, but this depends greatly on their personalities and age gaps and it’s not a cop out from actually playing with your dogs, walking them, and providing mental stimulation. Outside of special cases such as littermate syndrome dogs typically find human interaction more rewarding which is a trait we selectively bred into them over generations.

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borngela t1_j91qqgb wrote

Getting a dog could contribute to your financial problems

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jotsea2 t1_j91qxcm wrote

Replying to Periwinqueen (#1,857,819)

This is super informed opinion and I appreciate it. While there are some benefits, you’re right it’s certainly more work. In thinking about a couple I know who employs this very mindset to their pack of 3 and it doesn’t work. They need their own stimulation/attention even if sometimes you can get benefits of two. I shouldn’t have made it so simple

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thisnewsight t1_j91t4du wrote

If you think dogs are dirty, don’t belong in the house, and leave them outside 24/7.

Don’t get a dog, you heartless fucks.

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Vamoose87 t1_j91v1yq wrote

This. Things like a dog or a vacation home are nice, but you can really only find happiness by working on yourself.

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Kcnflman t1_j91wmxm wrote

I would add that Nothing on earth will solve all of your problems.

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FactsFromExperience t1_j927zm9 wrote

Who in their right mind would think that getting a dog or doing any one thing would solve all your problems.... I think we're over generalizing here.

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10micro t1_j92bo1j wrote

Never had an issue with multiple dogs, except those due to old age or illness. Have had 1, 2, 3 and 4 as well as holiday dogs taking the pack to 6 or 7.

My opinion, depends on the human

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happy_freckles t1_j92dehe wrote

Replying to jotsea2 (#1,856,875)

oh yes they do. We had a great dane then got a small maltese. They didn't get along or interact much so I'd say it was a bit extra work due to that. Both were quiet chill dogs without the other.

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esgamex t1_j92ln7u wrote

But a cat definitely will.

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Tbbrown3296 t1_j92nckw wrote

Solve your problems? They give you problems.

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Jurij781 t1_j92skwj wrote

How is getting a dog supposed to solve any problems?

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Dreamforger t1_j936ryi wrote

My dogs do my taxes and are renovating the house, so they did solve all my problems. Also they cured my lactose intolerance and weak nightsight.

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