How to pick a pet for a senior citizen

How to pick a pet for a senior citizen
“Numerous studies have shown that animals can be wonderful companions for older adults. Their presence can calm agitation and go a long way toward alleviating loneliness. While a longtime family pet can truly be a best friend to an aging adult who lives in his or her home, pets are also recognized in many care facilities as an important part of a satisfying life for their residents.”
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Want to buy happiness? Splurge on these 5 things

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Want to buy happiness? Splurge on these 5 things

“If I ever have trouble sleeping at night, I close my eyes and think of Clash, my dog who was named after the rock band.

Giving him a home was the best decision my family ever made. He had the proud, handsome face of a Jack Russell with the wobbly behind of a Dachshund. He only ever wanted to chase a tennis ball. He swallowed the ball, and it cost hundreds of dollars to have it removed. But he was worth every dollar”
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5 ways to keep your pets happy on July 4

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5 ways to keep your pets happy on July 4

“You may think fireworks are pretty, but your pup probably hates them.

This time of year puts pets at risk for a lot of problems — from loud fireworks to dangerous leftovers, your furry friends might not be as happy as you are.

Here are five tips to keep your pets happy during the summer holidays, according to the experts at Ask.Vet. You can also watch the video at the bottom and watch WKYC at 6 p.m. to hear all of Monica Robins’ tips.”
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Meet Seattle’s rising social media star, Magic the hiking cat

Furry MagicMeet Seattle’s rising social media star, Magic the hiking cat

“As people passed by on the Wallace Falls trail, they stopped in their tracks to get a closer look at Magic.

“Hi honey, you’re so cute!” exclaimed one of the hikers. “I wanna do this with my cat!”

That’s because Magic is definitely not your ordinary house cat. The one-year-old Tabby mix is an adventure cat, who’s been taking social media by storm.”
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