Blog: tracker's place

Blog City Prompt November 7, 2023

Tuesday
November 7, 2023
4:45 AM



Prompt: Pets
"Pets devour the loneliness."
Nick Trout
Do you have pets? Which kinds of pets are the best for lonely people? And if you could, which wild animal would you choose as your companion-pet if it were legally possible?


Last question first. A giraffe. I am short and would love to own an animal that can reach the top shelves.

Currently, there is one dog, three cats, and 19 little baby fish residing chez tracker. I was totally a cat person until I got a shih-tzu twenty-five years ago. His name was Pugs-lei and I called him Pookie. I was living alone after I was divorced. He made a great companion to chase any lonely feelings I may have had. I have Jack, the Boston terrier right now. He is my shadow. The only thing he won't do is accompany me to the bathroom.

I think lonely people should have a dog if they are able to see they get walked for exercise. Moreover, cats are better because they like to cuddle. The purring alone keeps a steady noise going. They also don't require as much care as a dog. As for fish, they are soothing to look at but I don't think they do that much to help with loneliness.