Pets for Seniors New Orleans LA

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.
PETCO
504-899-6122
5300 Tchoupitoulas Street
New Orleans, LA
PETCO
504-362-6711
1629 Westbank Expressway Suite E
Harvey, LA
PetSmart
504-733-2016
1000 S Clearview Pkwy Ste 105
New Orleans, LA
PETCO
504-469-1880
3500 Williams Boulevard
Kenner, LA
Louisiana SPCA
(504) 368-5191
1700 Mardi Gras Blvd
New Orleans, LA
PetSmart
504-263-0879
1321 Manhattan Blvd
Harvey, LA
PETCO
504-454-0468
3520 Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Metairie, LA
PetSmart
504-455-2222
6851 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA
Chi-Wa-Wa Ga-Ga LLC
(504) 581-4242
37 French Market Pl
New Orleans, LA
Holly's Grooming & Pet Supply
(504) 897-6884
5942 MAGAZINE ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA
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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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