At Animal FAIR Rescue, puppies are adopted out rather quickly but we have several pets that qualify as "Seniors" who would LOVE to live out their golden years on your couch being loved by YOU!
Not sure what the benefits of adopting a senior pet are? Keep reading for my top 5 reasons to adopt a senior pet into your family!
1. In many cases the history of an older pet is more known than in the case of a younger pet. They may have been relinquished by a family for various reasons and those people are able to tell the rescue more about the pet than is sometimes possible with puppies/kittens.
2. They probably won't eat your shoes! Or other items in your household. They have a higher probability of having some training, are quieter, calmer, are out of the chewing/scratching stage, and usually have some manners - and a biggie: they are usually potty trained! Yay! :)
3. They will be a loyal and grateful family member. Sometime in their past they were probably a member of a family and they remember that. They don't know why they ended up in a rescue/shelter, or want-ad situation and are grateful to return to a loving family life.
4. Their personality is fully formed and they are at their full size; what you see is what you get. Not true of a puppy who is still developing and growing into his feet.
5. No matter the age, pets provide us with love and companionship and improve mental and physical health. In addition to the benefits of the heart, independent studies have shown that owning a pet can lower blood pressure, reduce stress levels and depression, increase physical activity and lengthen your lifespan.
Many senior pets are healthy, active, and will bring years of love and enjoyment to your family. It is also true some senior pets have medical issues or other conditions that would put them in a "special needs" category. This may require extra veterinary care and may incur additional costs for that care, a special diet, or other needs. But remember, young pets can have health issues also and a good diet goes a long way for any pet's health and well-being.
Your adoption group should be honest with you and discuss any special health conditions and needs a pet requires prior to adoption. Speak with your veterinarian, too. If still unsure, you may be able to foster that pet prior to adopting to see how it will work out for both of you. FOSTERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED FOR PETS OF ANY AGE!
If you would like to make a difference in an older pets life contact Animal FAIR Rescue {Phyllis at (660) 620-2590 for dogs, and Beverly at 660-829-4252 for cats} to meet some of our pets that are available for adoption. Here are a few fur-kids looking for a couch and a lap to lay their heads upon... {click on photos to go to their Petfinder profiles}
Robin is a Pomeranian Mix and is 5-6 years old.
Bashful is a Schnauzer/Poodle Mix, around 8 years old and a total love!
Lexi: I'm a beautiful, 9 yr old, Blue Point Himalayan. My owners abandoned me. Could you rent a room to an older lady who would love to share a home with you? I'm sweet, low key, and healthy. I'm great with dogs, cats, and children.
Maddie: I am 6 1/2 years old and a Flamepoint Himalayan. I purr easily, make a great lap cat and sleeping partner, and get along well with nice dogs and children.
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