Pets for Seniors Marion IA
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.
Kays Kanine
(319) 362-3010
(319) 362-3010
1910 Mt Vernon Rd SE
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Frontier Garden Center
(319) 393-8546
(319) 393-8546
1941 Blairs Ferry Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
BoBo's Fish Store & Dog Grooming
(319) 892-3999
(319) 892-3999
2801 Mt Vernon Rd Suite B
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Petersen Pet Hospital
(319) 743-0554
(319) 743-0554
420 Colton Circle NE
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Animal Medical Center
(319) 366-7567
(319) 366-7567
4419 Mt Vernon Rd SE
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
The Dog House
(319) 366-8023
(319) 366-8023
125 33rd St NE
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
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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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