Top 5 Companion Pets for Seniors

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Resources to Help You Find Your Perfect Match

If you’re ready to start your search, there are many wonderful organizations dedicated to connecting people with companion animals. Here are a few places to begin:

Petfinder: Visit Petfinder.com to search for adoptable pets from thousands of shelters and rescue groups across the country. You can filter by age, breed, size, and location to find your perfect match.

The Humane Society of the United States: Their website, The Humane Society of the United States, is a vast resource for information on responsible pet ownership and can help you find local shelters.

ASPCA: The ASPCA provides resources for adoption, pet care, and animal welfare advocacy. Their adoption centers in major cities are excellent places to meet potential companions.

For lifestyle and community resources, AARP offers extensive articles and local chapters. Opportunities to give back can be found via AmeriCorps Seniors.

Travel and recreation information for seniors is available at the National Park Service. For local programs, check your city or county’s Parks and Recreation department website.


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