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BanditSocks2 · 10-17-2010, 07:47 AM

I think a big part of hoarding is the "not taking care of it" element. If someone did have 10 dogs and was providing correct vet care and emotional care and walking them and everything I don't think they would be considered a hoarder. However, if someone else had 10 dogs and wasn't providing proper care they might be a hoarder. I think that major element is that they use the dog (or other object) as an emotional crutch for something. I'm not sure if there is an exact number.

10-17-2010, 07:47 AM	#4
BanditSocks2 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Crofton, MD, USA Posts: 1,522	I think a big part of hoarding is the "not taking care of it" element. If someone did have 10 dogs and was providing correct vet care and emotional care and walking them and everything I don't think they would be considered a hoarder. However, if someone else had 10 dogs and wasn't providing proper care they might be a hoarder. I think that major element is that they use the dog (or other object) as an emotional crutch for something. I'm not sure if there is an exact number.