November Is Adopt A Senior Pet Month

Senior Pets ROCK!

TC here and there are so many awesome reasons to adopt an older pet into your life.

Most pets are considered seniors at 7 years old (which for most is really only half way through their lives), Seniors become homeless for many reasons ( no fault of their own) A family member gets sick, passes away, financial difficulties- and there is nothing more confusing for our furry babies to be left in a shelter environment after living in a home all their lives. Unfortunately, the older a dog is, the longer it takes them to get adopted in a shelter, as people think they are sick, don’t like to play, and that could not be further from the truth. Here are a few GREAT things that come with adopting a pet with more “life experience” .

The Puppy Stage Is Gone

Thank God! Raising a puppy is a TOUGH job, that can last for over a year. House training, chewing, leash walking, and basic good manners are imperative for puppies as they grow. Senior pets are done with that stage of life. They are likely house trained, litter box trained, don’t chew and aren’t destructive.

You Know What You Are Getting

Shelters and rescue groups often provide behavioral tests and will be able to tell potential adopters about the likes/dislikes about the animals you are inquiring about. Do they like dogs? Young Children? Other Cats? Get the scoop before you adopt!

Couch Potato Syndrome (It’s A Good Thing)

Most senior pets are calmer. Looking for a pup to cuddle with on the couch and watch movies?

Or a co-pilot in the car or at work? Most seniors provide calmer demeanors are easier to handle.

The Settle In Quickly

A place to hang their bones? That’s what they are looking for.

Aware Of Medical Issues

There are usually no BIG surprises. Seniors have been vetted by the rescue groups and it’s less likely to not be aware of congenital defects.

You Are Saving A Life

Seniors are more likely to be euthanized in shelters. Too sad to even think about.

There Is A Special Thankful Light In A Seniors Eyes.

You can see it. And it changes you.

Here’s to senior pets. Wise and Wonderful

Terrie Carr