Pets for Seniors Miami FL

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.
Pet's Raw Edge LLC
(305) 386-6556
11500 sw 131 ave
Miami, FL
PetSmart
786-275-8300
8241 W Flagler St Ste 101
Miami, FL
PETCO
305-665-7335
6200 South Dixie Highway
South Miami, FL
PetSmart
305-573-8026
3101 N Miami Ave, Suite 110
Miami, FL
PetSmart
305-253-5943
13621 S Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL
GreenDoggieBags.com
(954) 873-2701
Biscayne Blvd Suite 403
Aventura, FL
PetSmart
305-448-4403
3301 Southwest 22nd Street
Coral Gables, FL
PETCO
305-468-9012
1635 NW 107th Avenue
Doral, FL
PETCO
305-531-1678
1121 5th Street
Miami Beach, FL
PETCO
305-412-0244
12014 SW 88th Street
Miami, FL
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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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