by KYW's Nan Talleno
When it comes times to adopt, many times people tend to overlook senior animals. Unfortunately they tend to focus on age instead of seeing all the benefits that a senior pet has to offer.
Senior dogs and cats make great companions and older dogs can make excellent therapy dogs. Older pets often possess milder temperaments, lower energy levels and most likely are already housebroken. They appreciate the warmth and security of a stable environment and a loving home. And they are at a stage in their lives where they are at a more relaxed state and just want to be a loving companion.
Senior pets make great pets for adults as well as seniors and even older children. Older animals can be great teachers, as they can teach important life lessons of love, caring and nurturing. But senior pets may not always be comfortable around young children. Many times children may naturally exude an excitable energy that may be too much for a senior pet to handle.
And although they may require less exercise, older pets still have plenty of life in them and plenty of love to share. Guaranteed, there will be a strong bond, knowing that you gave a senior a second chance at life.
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