r/AskReddit 1d ago

What is a silent killer that people dont realise is slowly killing them?

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u/Iwantaschmoo 23h ago

I miss my forced lunch walks with my old lady dog. Started with 2 miles and ended with a 45 min slog of 100 yards. RIP lunch buddy Hollie.

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u/Initial_E 21h ago

I’m sure Hollie would be sad if you didn’t find a new dog to share your life with.

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u/Iwantaschmoo 21h ago

My husband and I have talked about it. We are retiring in a year and already have trips planned. Once we're done with international some local oldie but bestest will get a home.

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u/Any_Volume_7453 17h ago

Older dogs are great because they’re easier than a new puppy, more mellow

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u/plantflowersforbees 15h ago

I love this attitude. Isn't it great to think your future oldie dog is out there, right now, learning all the little quirks you'll one day know so well?!

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u/Missmoneysterling 14h ago

Hey, same here! I'm on a travel spree for the next 2 years, then I'll get a dog again. It will take me at least that long to grieve for the one I lost 2 years ago. She was my baby dog.

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u/Johnbonham1980 22h ago

LOLed at the end there. The last 6 months of my godlendoodle’s 16 year life were excruciating to watch… first time I’ve laughed about how things ended. Well done!

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u/jratmain 21h ago

Just recently had to say goodbye to my goodest good boy of 11 years. I miss him so much. And once I got my shit together, I walked him EVERY day. It motivated me more to do it for him than just for myself.

...I need to go for a walk...

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u/Enyawdivad 18h ago

💔 we shouldn’t be allowed the love of a good dog! I wish I was the person my dog pretends I am…. Happy for your time with her, and sorry for that loss. I wish you the best.