One is the loneliest number

One is the loneliest number
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This is especially true for some pets – kittens do best in pairs, while other small critters like guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, rats and mice can get depressed without a buddy.

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Feelings of regret after adopting a pet are common

Feelings of regret after adopting a pet are common
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“It’s called adopter’s anxiety and it’s completely normal,” says Finnegan. “It can take up to a few weeks to a few months for everyone to adjust.”

 

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