Pets and Seniors
Information and advice about the benefits and challenges of involving a pet in the life of an older adult for companionship, improved health and overall wellbeing.
Explore our expert articles as well as the advice of other caregivers who have experience with the benefits and risks of pet ownership for seniors.
Explore our expert articles as well as the advice of other caregivers who have experience with the benefits and risks of pet ownership for seniors.
Pets Articles
The Healing Power of Pets for Seniors
Owning a pet can bring elders a tremendous amount of joy and a renewed sense of purpose. No matter the type of animal, pets can have a beneficial impact on both an older adult’s mental and physical health.
30 CommentsHow to Pick a Pet for a Senior Citizen
Animals make wonderful companions for aging individuals. Use these pointers to ensure a senior is up for pet ownership in order to match them with the perfect new furry friend.
10 CommentsWhy a Visiting Pet Program Would Be Perfect for Seniors
The connection between people and pets is undeniable, but seniors may not be able to safely care for an animal on their own. Here's my solution.
19 CommentsWhat Happens When a Senior Can No Longer Care for Their Pet?
Pets provide much-needed companionship to people of all ages, especially seniors. But when elderly pet owners find themselves unable to take care of their animals, rehoming is often the best course of action.
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Pets Questions
My ex-mother-in-law hits my dogs. She always denies, but I’ve seen it and thrown a fit! What do I do? We live in the same house!
40 AnswersJoAnn29 Replied 17 hours agoMy sister will soon be placed in assisted living. She is unaware of this as well as the fact her dogs cannot go with her. How to navigate this?
14 Answerslealonnie1 Answered May 11, 2024How do I properly go about asking mom, and successfully having her, get rid of her cat?
21 AnswersIsthisrealyreal Replied May 10, 2024Animals and caregivers?
4 AnswersAnxietynacy Answered Apr 26, 2024
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Pets Discussions
Dog discussion thread.
52 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented May 15, 2024Why do vets keep old dogs alive?
31 CommentsJeanLouise Commented Apr 6, 2024You CAN keep your dog or cat when you enter assisted living!
7 CommentsRebeca1 Commented Dec 20, 2023I’ve had many ‘awful’ comments about my attitude to feral cats.
28 CommentsHopeforhelp22 Commented Feb 2023
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