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4 Reasons to Get a Pet Later in Life

04/01/20 | Cats, dogs, Life lived by Me

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Last Updated on 2020-10-29 by Linda

Caring for a pet can seem like a lot of work, especially if you’ve never had one before. You need to clean up after them, feed them, clean them and generally make sure that they’re being cared for. Of course, this doesn’t come without its own benefits. Having a pet can introduce a lot of fantastic benefits to your life which makes the hard work worth it. After all, if that wasn’t the case, why would people bother trying to keep a pet in the first place?


Having a pet is also one of the better ways to deal with certain problems that you might face later on in life. In this post, we’ll be taking a look at a couple of reasons why you might consider getting a pet later on in life. Plus right now with most of us at home this is the perfect time to ease yourself and the pet into your life. 

 

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Pets help you stick to a routine

Sticking to a routine can be somewhat challenging later on in life, especially if you’re retired and no longer work. Even if you have hobbies and household chores to take care of, it can be difficult to stick to a healthy routine. With a pet, you’ll encourage yourself to develop a new routine. It can help you establish a new sense of purpose since you’ll likely be structuring your days around your pet. Whether it’s taking care of a puppy, a cat or even something smaller like a rabbit, all pets need to be taken care of with a routine that can motivate you to stay active. 

animals and their space

Pets can make you more sociable

Pets are also likely to make you more sociable. Loneliness can be a problem that hits many people later on in life. Many pet owners claim that their companions not only provide love and support in times of isolation, but it also helps them connect with other people. Whether your pet becomes a conversation topic or if neighbours comment on your pets, it can be a fantastic way to start up a conversation and deal with loneliness.

petting the big black dog

Pets can keep you active

Some of the best dogs for retirees are larger ones that demand a lot of walking around. This is because they can help keep you physically active by getting you outdoors. This adds a lot of exercise to your routine and can give you a great workout. If you find that you’re having trouble working out more often or lack the motivation to exercise regularly, then a great way to encourage yourself is to consider a large pet that needs physical activity such as a dog.

Dogs can also help with Corona anxiety, if you recall one of my big tips was exercise.  Double win I think. 

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Pets get you out of your comfort zone

While taking care of a pet can be a lot of work, you’ll gradually get used to the process. After spending some time with your pet, you’ll realize that having a companion can encourage you to do things that you never used to. Whether it’s being more compassionate or encouraging you to be more social. Maybe  even getting you outdoors to be physically active. There are lots of positive benefits for having a pet later on in your life.

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Looking to see if a Pet has a place in your Family?  Check out a few thoughts and considerations before determing if your Family is ready for a Pet.

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