How Adopting A Dog Helped Me Cope With Lupus

By Meghan Bea

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Last updated: February 2023

At one of my lowest points with lupus, I impulsively adopted a shelter dog. I had been feeling isolated from friends and family due to fatigue that seemed endless. Adopting Wilbur provided me with a companion that moved at my pace.

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Renae Member
I think that’s a great thing. I adopted a pit bull in 2020, & both my husband & I love her to death. If I have a bad day, & sleep all day she is sleeping with me. If I develops a fever & my teeth chatter, she is beside my to keep me warm. At night if I can’t sleep, she is asleep with me in the recliner. She is my baby. I would recommend a pit bull to anyone. Their snuggle bunny’s, only she is afraid of bunnies!
1. Racquel H. Dozier Moderator
 <inline-mention username="Renae" user-id="6762372"/> I love pits they are the sweetest. My little jack Russel has a pit boyfriend LOL it's my son's girlfriend's dog and they are so funny together. Animals are so great to heal. Thanks for sharing that. ~Racquel~ <a href='http://lupus.net' target='_blank'>lupus.net</a> team member
Renae Member
I bet that’s found.
Geri Rodriguez Moderator
<inline-mention username="Meghan Bea" user-id="2483318"/> OMG Wilbur is the cutest!! I know pets can be such great companions and I'm so glad he has made a big difference in your world. Adopting a dog is def a huge responsibility and I think the main reason why I have not made that leap. Maybe one day. -Best, Geri lupus.net, team member
BrandiD49 Member
I have my ride or die Thunder puppy and need to make him an emotional support companion especially now that I have no one to be with me at any point in my life
1. GabbyFormica Community Admin
 <inline-mention username="BrandiD46" user-id="2038318"/>, The unconditional love, and support that comes from our furry family members is hard to explain. I am so grateful for mine every day! It's amazing to have someone that is counting on you, give you some extra sense of purpose to get up and take on the day. I'm so glad you have a sweet puppy in your life bringing you love and companionship. Gabby (team member)
2. Meghan Member
 <inline-mention username="GabbyFormica" user-id="4217065"/> Thanks, Gabby! As Wilbur has gotten older, it's brought me a lot of joy and closure to be the one who cares for him since he's given me so much. -Meghan, <a href='http://Lupus.net' target='_blank'>Lupus.net</a> Team Member

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