Guineapigs and blood pressure…

[Ruth1]

I’m not joking - I actually think that sat here with the ‘pottering chatter’, the sound of hay munching and occasional water bottle lick, I’m sure it would do the work of at least a proportion of any blood pressure, or anxiety meds that the Dr could prescribe.

There’s a lot to be said for animal therapy.

Yes - truth be told - Guineapigs are a lot more work than I expected, but they are worth the effort!

And that’s all I had to say!

 

[Tnoz]

I’m not joking - I actually think that sat here with the ‘pottering chatter’, the sound of hay munching and occasional water bottle lick, I’m sure it would do the work of at least a proportion of any blood pressure, or anxiety meds that the Dr could prescribe.

There’s a lot to be said for animal therapy.

Yes - truth be told - Guineapigs are a lot more work than I expected, but they are worth the effort!

And that’s all I had to say!

Agreed, I could have the worst day ever, come home and be welcomed by my 9 fur babies wheeking and all the bad things are gone, they brilliant and worth every penny and effort

 

[Claire W]

I don't know where I would be without my guinea pigs and cats. They make a dark day brighter

 

[piggieminder]

I agree. I had Red out of the cage for his meds this afternoon and he fell asleep on my lap. I had to sit for 10 minutes extra, stop rushing about doing things while he dozed.

 

[fournakedpigs]

This is so true. Guinea pigs are the perfect antidote for most of life’s ailments.

Of course, they also do a number on my blood pressure whenever they’re ill and you have like an hour to intervene to keep them going. so it probably evens out.

 

[LollyJJ]

There was a mention on Radio 4 this morning by some Scottish Dr, - only jumped out at me because talking about COVID, long Covid, anxiety, mental health - he said something like "get a pet" and the presenter said "get a dog, cat, or even a guinea pig!" And of course I shouted out "Guinea pigS!" So yes I do believe they do us a world of good. Just a few minutes of watching their antics and a bit of interaction with them you can't help but smile and feel calm

 

[Merab]

So true

 

[Lorcan]

I don't know, the goblins see fit to try and cause a heart attack for me on a regular basis