Pet Love

According to the experts, having a pet has many health benefits not the least of which is lower blood pressure.  It turns out that the unconditional love of a pet does a body good, even if it’s only 15 minutes of bonding. I’m thinking of a cat or a dog, not a large snake.

While dog owners have no choice but to stay in shape as they regularly walk their pet, cat owners get their exercise by trekking to the store for more cat litter!

However, like other good things in life, owning a pet should be fun, not a source of financial worry.  Here are some suggestions when it comes to the cost of a pet:

Consider pet insurance to offset costly vet bills for emergency treatment.

            Food is the most expensive necessity after vet visits, but always look for quality rather than low price to ultimately save costly vet bills down the road.

Pet medication purchased directly from the vet can be expensive. It is a good idea to request the prescription information and shop for alternative generic pet meds.

Should you be unsure on how to handle things like ear cleaning, nail clipping or even dental cleaning, your vet can show you the best techniques for at-home care which can save the cost of specialized care.

But what about those who love dogs but have problems getting around easily for whatever reason? Someone found a solution: the interactive robot puppies. They are adorable and can replace a live dog without the walking and care needed. While not cheap, robot dogs will last a long time.  Cat lovers need not worry, robot cat companions are also available. These darlings feel real and have sensors that respond to motion and touch. The robot cats purr like a real cat while the robot puppies respond to voice with a bark. They provide individuals with the same benefits of love and companionship as real live pets and fill a void for those who miss the pets they had in the past. In care facilities they help lonely depressed seniors be happier and healthier.           

There is another option to explore: therapeutic visiting dogs for seniors. Some assisted living facilities offer pet therapy because these contacts help improve quality of life. However, there are also companion and working animals which a U.S. veteran owned and operated company can provide to help people in numerous ways in their homes. For more information: https://www.companionanimals.org/best-dogs-for-seniors-therapy-dogs-and-their-benefit-to-senior-citizens/