Benefits of Owning a Pet

Callie and Tori are the two furry heartbeats of my home and bring joy every day. They’re both rescue mutts, full of personality and fluff – and the reason I bring a lint roller everywhere I go. I affectionately call them Ms. Needy and Ms. Greedy…

Dealing with complicated pet loss grief is very challenging to a pet lover. Have you ever experienced the loss of a pet that ran away? Did this pet ever come home? Are you suffering from the pain of not knowing what happened to them?

We adore our pets, but not everyone feels the same. Some people are afraid of cats and dogs. Some folks are allergic. You just never know. If you’re looking to sell your home, you don’t want to lose a potential sale if a buyer walks in to a barking dog, mess on the floor or a litter box…

For many women of a certain age, taking on the full-time responsibility of a pet can be out of the question. Despite the well-documented advantages that pets have on relieving loneliness and isolation, their care and feeding can add up to a significant expense…

If you love dogs, you’ll understand how strongly I feel about the responsibility that comes with dog ownership. The last thing you want to do is bring home a puppy just because they have a cute face. Yes, I understand. Puppies are ADORABLE. However, they also come…

I guess you could say it depends on who you ask. If you ask me, it’s non-negotiable. My pets have always been a deciding factor where I live. As a baby boomer who loves dogs, I won’t live in a place they’re not welcome. But, hey, that’s me. Will your cat or dog decide…

Pets are great for your health, especially if you’re a woman over 60. It’s a fact. Don’t take my word for it – it’s been proven by medical professionals. Your furry friends are very good for you, which begs the question why pets are restricted in so many communities. But that’s a blog post for another day!

Moving takes planning but with pets, it takes extra planning. Your pets will sense something is up. Having a plan in place will help to ease the stress and make a smoother transition for all. Moving to a new home is exciting, but for women over 60 it can be a stressful time…

This is an interesting question and definitely something to think about if you have a dog and are considering downsizing, as many baby boomers are today. Condo living is easy. No question about it. There is definitely less to take care of than with a house…

Many baby boomers today have pets. We share our lives with pets for many reasons. They’re great company. They bring us comfort and joy, and they offer unconditional love and so much more. So, naturally, when it’s time to buy a place to live, looking for a pet-friendly home…