Articles On:pets for seniors

August 26, 2022

Adopting a Senior Dog: A Perfect Match for Seniors

For senior adults, adopting a senior dog may be the perfect match, writes dog lover ...

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older woman with a cute, big-earred, hound-like senior dog. Photo by Pojoslaw, Dreamstime. For senior adults, adopting a senior dog may be the perfect match. A look at the upsides and downsides of adopting older pets from a shelter.
July 27, 2022

Do You Need a Second Pet?

Writer and pet owner Kari Smith examines the question, do pets need a companion? If ...

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couple with two little dogs on their laps. Photo by Sirinarth Mekvorawuth, Dreamstime. Do pets need a companion? If you’ve wondered if a second pet would be appropriate for your one-pet household, we have some answers.
March 28, 2022

Older Cats and Feline Cognitive Dysfunction

Just like people, cats experience age-related physical changes and have special needs. According to an ...

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Red Tabby Photo By Primaveraar Dreamstime. For article, Odd behavior in older cats signal feline cognitive dysfunction (FCD). If you have a senior cat, know the signs and let your vet help.
March 4, 2022

Are You Too Old to Get a Dog?

Older adults may fear they are too old to get a dog, but with careful ...

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woman with laptop and small dog. For article Older adults may fear they are too old to get a dog, but with careful planning and strategic choices, seniors can benefit from dog ownership. Photo by Sarawut Nirothon | Dreamstime.com
February 15, 2022

4 Perfect Pets for Seniors

Older adults looking for animal companionship can consider these four perfect pets for seniors: easy ...

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Sugar Glider Photo By Eugenesergeev Dreamstime. Older adults looking for animal companionship can consider these four perfect pets for seniors: easy to care for while still providing company, smiles, and other benefits.
February 9, 2022

Helping a Scared Cat Adjust

Pet expert Cathy M. Rosenthal provides suggestions for helping a scared cat adjust to a ...

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Gray Cat Under Bed Photo By GCapture Dreamstime. For article, Pet expert Cathy M. Rosenthal provides suggestions for helping a scared cat adjust to a family whose new cat won’t come out of hiding.
January 20, 2022

CBD for Pets: Hype or Helpful?

Wellness trends for humans and pets are all over the internet. One of them, CBD, ...

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Adorable Dog And Cat Photo By Chernetskaya Dreamstime. CBD is touted as a wellness option for pets, but research on CBD for pets is sparse, making it hard to know if it's hype. Here are the facts.
January 3, 2022

Technology for Pets Keeps Our Babies Safe and Happy

As much as people love technology and their pets, a pairing of the two was ...

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dog with his own laptop and coffee mug and spectacles. Photo by Eva Blanco, Dreamstime. For article on technology for pets
December 16, 2021

10 Great Holiday Gifts for Pets and Their People

The holidays represent a time of giving, including to our pets – dogs, cats, guinea ...

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dog and cat snuggling in front of christmas tree. Photo by Chernetskaya Dreamstime. For article on holiday gifts for pets and their people
October 22, 2021

Tips for Downsizing with Pets

These five tips for downsizing with pets can help make the moving experience safer, easier, ...

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Two cats in carriers for article on tips for moving with pets