A Pet Parent's Guide To Caring For your Dog And Cat
Pets bring happiness and love to our lives. Studies from the Human Animal Bond Research Institute show that caring for a pet has numerous physical and mental health benefits, as well as positive effects for older or aging adults. Adding a pet or companion animal to your family can
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This guide will help you prepare for your life as a pet parent. It will cover topics including setting up their new environment, learning how and where to start your search, and providing an overview of what your new dog or cat will need to be a happy and healthy pet, and into their final stage of life
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- Combat loneliness and reduce pain and discomfort
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Choosing the Right Pet for You
What to Consider
When bringing home a new pet, you’ll need to choose one that is right for you. Your new companion will arrive with needs and quirks that should fit well into your lifestyle. Dogs and cats have different needs, which should be carefully considered before getting one.
Answer these questions as you think about the time and space you have to care for your new pet, both now and in the future:
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- Can you afford the costs of caring for your pet, including veterinary care?
- How long will you be away from your pet? Do you work long hours or travel frequently?
- Who will care for your pet in your absence?
- What future changes might occur in your living situation or lifestyle that would affect your ability to keep your pet in years to come?
- Do local laws or your housing arrangement limit your choice of pet or number of pets?
- Are you able to provide the amount of attention or exercise your pet will need?
- How many years are you willing to commit yourself to care for a pet?
- Do you already have any pets? If so, will your current pet accept another pet of the same or a different species?
- What are you looking for in a pet? To lounge with you at home or go on rigorous runs with you?
- Will you be able to manage their grooming needs.
Household Recommendations
To keep everyone safe and healthy at home, keep these suggestions in mind:
- Households with children under 5 years of age should not own reptiles, such as turtles, or amphibians, such as frogs, because of the risk of salmonella.
- Pregnant women should avoid contact with pet rodents to prevent exposure to lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus, which is a virus that can cause birth defects.
- Pregnant women should also avoid adopting or handling stray cats, especially kittens. They should wear gloves and a mask when cleaning litter boxes to avoid getting toxoplasmosis. Cleaning litter boxes once to twice daily reduces the risk of toxoplasmosis.
- Immune‑compromised persons and persons with HIV infection or AIDS should take extra precautions when choosing and handling pets. Talk to your veterinarian and health care provider to help make this decision.
Thinking Ahead: Tips on Housing & Future Moves
Your new home isn’t perfect if it does not accept your pet. Unfortunately, it seems to be getting harder to find affordable, safe, and pet‑friendly homes. This is especially true for older adults. Here are a few tips you can use to make the search for your next home less stressful for you, your pet, and your future landlord too.
- Give Yourself Time – Start your search as soon as you know that you need to move. That will make the process less stressful once the move begins.
- Use Local Resources – Check with the local animal shelter or humane society, which may have a list of pet‑friendly options available to you. The newspaper classifieds or community rental guidebooks are also great sources to search.
- Look for Apartments – Some online search tools can help you identify pet‑friendly apartments. Restrictions may be imposed on the number of pets, the type of pets, and the size of pets that they’ll allow. It’s common to be charged a nonrefundable security deposit and extra monthly fees for each pet.
- Look for Private Landlords – Landlords who only manage one or two properties may be more open to allowing pets than an apartment complex. If an advertisement doesn’t address or include a pet policy, ask.
- Polish Your Pet’s Resume – Let your pet make a good first impression with a prepared document that lists:
- Their favorite activities
- Training certificates
- A recommendation letter or invoice from their veterinarian that shows your pet has been vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and received treatment for fleas and ticks.