“She protects me, walks beside me, trusts me, she communicates with me. . . and reminds me to live in the present and be present to my surroundings!”
Wendy Hitch
Appreciating her companion dog, Pookha
Health Benefits of Animals for Seniors
Bring new meaning and purpose to your life by adopting a pet or spending time with your neighbors’ pets. Studies have reflected that seniors with dogs go to the doctor less with minor health issues and they even have lower levels of blood pressure and cholesterol as compared to non-pet owners. The companionship that pets provide motivates seniors to get more involved in daily activities and socializing.
Although having a pet requires a decent amount of dedication and commitment, seniors are often advised to be paired with adult dogs and animals that are calm and more easily manageable. Pets are extremely beneficial for seniors as they are friends and just a pure bundle of joy.
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