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Benefits of Owning a Pet

For many women in the community, the benefits of owning a pet after 60 outweigh the costs. Find out how owning a cat or a dog could help you to get in better shape, make friends and even live longer.

2 years ago

7 Things to Include When Creating a Pet Loss Memorial

A memorial video can be a wonderful and moving way to pay lasting tribute to your pet. The realization your pet is no longer with you can be challenging and difficult. In fact, you might even fear that your memory of them will fade away…

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2 years ago

10 Pet-Friendly Hotels in the USA

Traveling with pets can be a delightful experience, but finding the right accommodations can be a challenge. Thankfully, many hotels across the USA are not only welcoming to pets but also offer special amenities for your furry friends…

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2 years ago

10 Reasons Why Furry Friends Help Physical and Mental Health

Are you at a milestone in your life and contemplating adding a new furry friend to your family? Given the financial costs, training, and daily commitments such as walking, etc., it’s natural to have reservations. However, despite these challenges…

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2 years ago

Getting a New Dog After Losing One: When Is the Right Time?

My husband and I experienced the devastating loss of not one but two of our beloved dogs within weeks of each other. The first to pass was our beautiful five-year-old Labrador, Sally, whose vibrant and calming presence filled our home. Her illness came…

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2 years ago

Ultimate Guide for Traveling with Your Dog in the USA

Are you preparing to travel with your loyal companion? Is this your first time venturing out with your furry family member? There are several factors to keep in mind when traveling with your pet. Both car travel and air travel entail distinct considerations…

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2 years ago

Losing My Furry Friend Was Tough

To some people a dog is just a dog. A cat is just a cat. To others they are their whole world. They give you a warm welcome whenever you come home, are always there for a hug, give you their undivided attention and never answer back!

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2 years ago

Pet Acquisition Post-60: 4 Thoughts to Sniff Out in Advance

Pets sustain us and keep us healthier, happier and more hopeful as we age – no bones about it. A recent story in Harvard Magazine cited an American Heart Association finding that pets reduce our mortality rate by 24 percent and Mayo Clinic confirms…

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2 years ago

5 Ways to Help Your Grandchildren Recover from Losing a Pet

There are many ways that you can support your grandchild with pet loss. Your grandchild may look to you to help them through their feelings of grief and mourning, to help them understand that death is normal. These five tips…

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2 years ago

Losing a Pet After 60 is Especially Hard. Here’s How to Recover

As a woman over 60, having a pet in your life can give you boundless love and happiness. You probably don’t need anyone telling you that the love you have for your pet is the boundless. Yet, you can be devastated when you learn they have…

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3 years ago

5 Reasons Why Adopting a Pet in Retirement May Be Right for You

Socialization is fun, and many reports state that remaining active and social as older adults can keep us healthy and help us to live longer. But what happens when it’s no longer just as simple as hopping in the car and going?

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