Pets for Seniors Hays KS

Research has consistently demonstrated the physical benefits of pet ownership, but now the mental and emotional benefits are becoming more apparent. Specifically, pet-owning seniors may experience memory improvement, weight loss and an enhanced outlook on life. According to a national Purina Senior PetLover survey of 514 pet-owning Americans ages 60 and older, 66% said their pets keep their mind active and their memory sharp.
Critter Connection
(785) 621-3474
2717 Plaza Ave
Hays, KS
Lucy's Cat Grass
(785) 249-7898
3835 N. E. Seward
Topeka, KS
PETCO
913-254-7589
13620 South Blackbob Road
Olathe, KS
PetSmart
913-248-9300
15200 Shawnee Mission Pkwy
Shawnee Mission, KS
PetSmart
913-393-4111
15255 W 119th St
Olathe, KS
Natural Life Pet Products
(800) 367-2391
112 N. Elm., Ste. A
Pittsburg, KS
PETCO
913-859-9720
11620 West 95th Street
Overland Park, KS
PETCO
620-669-0459
1912 East 17th Street
Hutchinson, KS
PETCO
785-865-2300
3115 Iowa Street
Lawrence, KS
PETCO
913-385-7387
6801 West 75th Street
Overland Park, KS
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Mental & Emotional Benefits of Pets to Senior Citizens

May is National Pet Month

Man’s best friend may be the secret to helping seniors feel their best. Research has consistently demonstrated the physical benefits of pet ownership, but now the mental and emotional benefits are becoming more apparent. Specifically, pet-owning seniors may experience memory improvement, weight loss and an enhanced outlook on life. According to a national Purina Senior PetLover survey of 514 pet-owning Americans ages 60 and older, 66% said their pets keep their mind active and their memory sharp. Forty-five percent said adopting a pet prompted them to undertake more physical activities like walking, while 26% of the women said they lost weight. And 84% of those polled said owning a pet makes them feel happier. “Research showing the physical benefits of pet ownership for seniors, which includes lower systolic blood pressure and cholesterol levels, has been well documented over the years,” confirms veterinarian Steve Cohn. “However, seniors also benefit emotionally from pet ownership, which might not be as easily seen on the outside, but can greatly impact their quality of life and enable them to feel their best.” In fact, 69% of senior pet owners said their pet makes them look forward to each new day, 55% said they see their pet as their playmate, and 71% of women said their pet keeps them energized. Suggested Reading
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