November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and senior pets make great companions. The sad things is that older animals are the least likely to get adopted. And while puppies and kittens are just adorable, if you are thinking about adopting a pet, maybe consider taking home a senior shelter animal.
Senior pets come with a great list of benefits. They have manners as they have lived with families as they grew up, many are trained and respond to commands, and you can teach them new tricks.
Older animals are also past the hyper/destroy stuff stage. They are calm and would love nothing more than to relax with you. This is especially good for senior citizens who aren’t as mobile as they used to be.
And something else to consider, if you are looking for a purebred, chances are you will find a senior animal who is a purebred. Breed rescue groups are plentiful and you can find a wonderful purebred companion through them.
No matter what age animal you decide to adopt, we at McAfee Animal Hospital can help keep your pet in the best health. We offer dental care, medical care for specialty breeds, orthopedic surgery, laser therapy, and more.
Let us help your senior pets live happily ever after in their forever homes.