Currently 1 hour after a panic attack. I can't stop shaking and I'm feeling nauseous. My partner rotates between day shift and night shift. He's on nights tonight so he's not here, but in his place I have my pets. Cuddling with my dog and having my cat sprawled out on my hip is helping to keep me at least mildly level. I'm so thankful for these creatures. They're totally worth all the furballs. Do you guys find having your pets nearby helps you when anxiety takes over?