Are you a senior citizen looking for the love and compassion that only a pet can provide?
Well, the St. Tammany Humane Society is here to help with our
Seniors for Seniors Program
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At the STHS, we feel the compassion and devotion of a pet is a feeling that no one can truly explain. These four-legged friends inspire feelings that are just unexplainable, untouchable and bestow love that is unconditional. Not to mention, there are many health benefits from owning a pet. Studies show that by just petting a dog or cat, our blood pressure and stress levels can go down, it can reduce cardiovascular disease, reduce the feeling of loneliness, and much more. These feelings and benefits are things that should be shared throughout both the owner and the pet's lives together. The Seniors for Seniors program will allow elderly people in the community and abandoned animals to have this feeling again.
Both the owner and their pet will be able to finally live fuller, healthier lives together! |
Prospective adopters ages 65 years or older will be able to work with one of our adoption counselors to find the perfect fit with an adult pet (8 years or older). Other program benefits include:
- No adoption fee
- Free annual vaccinations for the life of the pet, and
- Continued senior citizen discount on all products and services
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10 Reasons why Pets are Great for Seniors
1. Companionship
2. Pets help to keep a routine
3. Seniors become more active
4. Pets are good for your health- lower stress, blood pressure, depression and much more!
5. Pets help Seniors to get out and meet new people, new freinds ( yes, this is a fact)
6. Protection and security
7. Seniors are able to take care of something
8. Pets ease loss
9. They just make you happier!
10.Because they make GREAT friends!
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Senior Pets Looking for a Home!
