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Pets: How Do You Take Care of Your Pets
I have believed that disabled or not, people deserve to experience having a pet if they so choose. There is something special about having a dog or cat, or whatever animal speaks to you. I believe healing properties have a creature that relies on you and emotionally can support you if needed. We need that unconditional love at times, and it feels good to have something that requires you as much as them.
One of the most challenging things I found about having my pet cat Brittana was cleaning her litter box. It took me almost five years to finally figure it out, and it was with the help of a physical and occupational therapist! I have my cats’ litter box elevated off the ground, and I keep a cat litter mat underneath the box for any litter that falls. I keep the extra litter in a bucket next to the box to dump it when needed. I also have a long handles sand sifter to clean her box. The only things I need help with are moving the litter boxes into the bucket and disposing of the containers after, and emptying the litter box every 2 to 3 weeks to keep it nice and clean for her.
What are some tips, tricks, or advice you have for people with MD who want to have pets?
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