Is it possible to love dogs too much?

[motherinlawstongue]

I think I love my dog too much. I got him a few years ago when I was going through a very rough patch, and he completely changed my life around, halting my depression and getting me out into the countryside for walks. Honestly my best friend He’s such a cutie. He’s a big fluffy crazy labradoodle.

If I see another labradoodle/goldendoodle/cockapoo/sheepdog/any other fluffy dog my heart just melts.

The other day, I walked past a golden doodle and I almost cried she was so adorable!!

I'm the same, I'm crazy about dogs. I have a cockerpoo and he is amazing, I adore him, totally in love with him. I go mad for other people's dogs too and before I owned my own dog, it made my heart hurt as I was so desperate for one! I'm indifferent about babies though, they don't pique my interest at all (in all honesty I find them boring), puppies however.. I need restraining

I never liked dogs until in a fit of madness, I bought one. I adore her. She's gorgeous. And I even like other people's dogs now.

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No! It’s wonderful!

@Singlenotsingle

She looks like a cutie! I like the way she is looking right at you or your phone

I'm the same, we got a dog 3 years ago and now I love ALL the dogs! But this one the most.

I have loved all my dogs so much that I've literally found myself in tears at times just thinking about how much I love them. We lost our incredibly special old boy in January, three weeks after I'd lost my dad, and I am still heartbroken. We have a new rescue now though - he's only been here a month but I adore him already even if he does pick bits of carrot out of his poo and eat them.

Yes!!!!!!! I got my oldest dog when my then boyfriend worked away a lot for some company and I wasn't even that bothered about dogs. He is my everything. We've been through a lot together.

Then me and my DP got another dog who passed away when he was 9 months old and I was absolutely broken.

Now we still have orgininal Space Dog and another Space Dog who are my world. I love them to absolute bits and can't bare the thought of original space dogs time coming.

We spend our summers going to fun dog shows and it's amazing because I get to see and play with all the other dogs.

We did a long drive this week and we stopped at a service station and somebody was there just bringing their new teeny puppy home and I practically squealed.

I have a deep yearning in my chest for another dog but it's not the right time so I will have to wait. I imigine its a bit like what yearning for a baby is like but I don't know because I don't want children.

Dogs are the best. They love you whether you look like shit, whether you've made bad choices or mistakes. They are always happy to see you. Want to go for a walk? Yes great lets go! Want to lie on the sofa all day and ignore all the housework? Cool let's cuddle.

I really really really love dogs.

I love my border collie so much! I tell him I love him every day!

It's fine if you then don't have DC that you love less than your dogs! My mother was, at best, neglectful. At times, abusive. Oh but the dogs were always showered with love and affection. (Yes I still hold some bitterness!). She never once told me and my Dsis that she loved us, never once hugged us. We were lucky if she spoke to us from one day to the next. The dogs got all the attention and love. Honestly, it's made me grow up hating dogs because all they do is remind me of a painful childhood. So yes, I do think it's possible to love dogs too much!

I've been besotted with dogs my whole life. I got my first dog, (rescue German Shepherd) when I was fourteen and had one pretty much ever since. They've been by my side while I've raised my wonderful daughter to adulthood, through depression, anxiety and two breakdowns. We've shared the joys of running on empty beaches, sitting under our favourite trees, playing in shallow rivers and sharing comfy sofas for cuddles.

I love dogs

asta19

Nope, you can't physically love dogs too much. My dog is my whole world.

I said on a thread on here once that I loved my dog more than anything or anyone else in the world. I got told that was very sad, that I should seek therapy, and that I was lying to be goady.

Yes. If they're barky little f**kers and you prioritise them over your grandkids safety.
(Can you tell I have experience of this?) Otherwise, in normal people, no. Dogs are the best.

I'm completely mad about my dog. Sometimes just looking at his beautiful, perfect face makes me cry.

Aaaaw we are looking for our first dog!! I used to have a border collie as a teenager/ early twenties and walk miles and miles with her. My two boys are equally (if not more!) keen to get one. Husband is more of a cat person but probably has a normal (non-doggy person) amount of love for dogs (whereas me and the boys are a bit off the scale) We have been looking in rescues but so far we have not been lucky - and now we are planning to go on on holiday in August (UK - countryside - self catering - so dog friendly!! Where's our dog?) we have decided that we will leave it 'til after we come back. Ooooh cannot wait!!

I remember a Jeremy Springer show about people who loved their pets a bit too much. So in some ways yes you can.

I have 3 rescue dogs (lost one of our girls last year) I adore them and would never be without them. Your commitment is to love them and give them the best care. We have just been through cancer treatment for one and I was beside myself with worry until the all clear and wished I could explain to her what's was happening. Dogs are the best 💗🐶

I hadn't ever loved dogs and I hadn't ever been a dog person. Then 9 years ago we got a rescue dog who melted my heart a little bit and she's been my absolute best friend in the world.

Late last year DH decided to bring home another rescue, this time a baby cockapoo, and he has been an even bigger gift if that's possible. He is the most amazing dog ever.

And now this week I've had a phone call about another rescue dog available and I've had to text DH (he's working away) to say we might be getting a new dog at the weekend and he just replied "ha" and nothing more which I've chosen to interpret as "yes".

I am now officially a dog convert and would never live without one.

No, dogs are the best!

I miss my old girl SO much. I was out walking in the woods the other day and her double came around the corner bounding over to me and for a split second I thought it was her. A split second later I was sobbing like an idiot and trying to sort myself out before her owner caught up.

Last week a good friend’s dog died. We knew she wouldn’t have much longer but it was still really hard when she actually died. My friend was around this morning for a hug and a shoulder to cry on, or rather with.

My heart aches for one, but I’m not in a position to have one right now, so I have to settle for making a fuss of everyone else’s. It’s crap.

Yes. If they're barky little fkers

The neighbour has a Jack Russel that doesn’t stop yapping. He has his own —cat— doggy door so it’s all through the night sometimes too. Neighbours are 🤷🏻‍♀️

It’s not the dogs fault at all, but I’ve come to really hate the little shite...and the neighbours more.

Fudge 🤣

Well, he didn’t say ‘No’ 🤷🏻‍♀️

I love all the dogs! they just always make me smile, unfortunately DH isn't a fan so can't have one

People letting their dogs lick their face and mouth, that's when someone loves their dog too much. Makes me feel sick.

I wasnt a dog person but got ours and I love him so much.