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I applied and was approved but my house has one resident who’s allergic to dogs. Also, concern about who takes it out is big. I can’t just jump up and go out.
The process isn’t too involved and a doctor can recommend a dog but the decision is up to the organization supplying them. They have dogs trained to sniff you for low blood sugar or wake you if sugar is high and you crash. They can soothe during a panic attack but I needed meds when I had them. Working seven days a week and eighteen hours a day caused them.
The big issue is people thinking it’s a pet. Strangers playing with them causes them to lose focus on you and they need to monitor you continually. I was told that the other three residents can’t play with the when on duty. Sitting on the patio, the dog is still tuned to me. If I play catch with the dog, others can join in but be aware that the dog is literally watching and sniffing me non-stop so don’t lose patience if they miss the ball.
Some organizations charge and some don’t. You are responsible for vet bills and I was told $300+ can build up quickly. If the dog is deemed underfed or not getting vet care, you surrender the dog, period. No second chance to abuse the dog, they said. Apparently many people get dogs and ignore illness, quality and quantity of food, bathroom breaks, etc.
Therapy animals are popular and require the same care. But you have to take classes every few months about animal deaths and dealing with that. Emotional people may be damaged by the death of a companion animal.
Good luck. No meds with those conditions? My sciatica is active but I take Morphine for other pains. I don’t want more medication.
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