{"id":11280,"date":"2020-11-12T07:00:26","date_gmt":"2020-11-12T07:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-us\/?p=11280"},"modified":"2020-10-27T11:32:36","modified_gmt":"2020-10-27T11:32:36","slug":"adopting-a-senior-pet-could-a-rescue-dog-be-perfect-for-your-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-us\/adopting-a-senior-pet-could-a-rescue-dog-be-perfect-for-your-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Adopting a senior pet: could a rescue dog be perfect for your family?"},"content":{"rendered":"

For some the global pandemic has had positive effects. The chance to spend more time with the family at home and the opportunity to discover what makes them happy in life.\u00a0 Having a dog as part of the family is very high up on many people\u2019s lists of what makes them happy, so it is no wonder that dog ownership has risen during this time. On the flip side, there are others experiencing economic or health difficulties to the extent that caring for a pet is no longer possible. So there is also a rise in pets being given up for adoption.\u00a0 If you are looking to add a pet to your family, maybe adopting a senior pet could be a great option for both you and the rescue dog. Why not consider the following benefits of senior dog adoption for you and for the dog?<\/span><\/p>\n

Rescue dogs are potty trained<\/b><\/h2>\n

Potty training a puppy takes time, persistence and patience. When you adopt a senior pet, you are pretty much guaranteed that house training has already been achieved. So barring the odd accident as the dog gets used to the new household routine, you should be already set to go.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rescue dogs are \u201cgood\u201d dogs<\/b><\/h2>\n

The vast majority of senior dogs in shelters are there due to family circumstances, not due to any fault on the dog\u2019s part.\u00a0 If their elderly owner passes away or if their young owner moves to a condo where pets are not allowed,\u00a0 a dog can end up living in a shelter.\u00a0 Whatever the lifestyle change or circumstance that led to them being given up, they will want to please their new pet parents. They will adore attention and love in a new home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rescue dogs are easy to have around<\/b><\/h2>\n

Many senior dogs are a lot calmer and less energetic than young pups. So they can be easier to have around. They are often less destructive as they are long past their teething stage, so there should be fewer worries about your couch cushions getting gnawed on.\u00a0 They\u2019ve also likely been well socialized so have familiarity with people of all ages including children.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rescue dogs are ready for adventure<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you adopt a senior pet, you immediately have a buddy to take on adventures.\u00a0 There\u2019s no waiting until they\u2019ve received all their vaccinations before they can go for walks, there\u2019s no waiting for their bones to have developed sufficiently to go on hikes or runs. An older dog is ready for adventure and ready to play with you.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are plenty of senior pets who would love the chance at finding a new home. Would your family or someone you know be interested in adopting a senior pet? Get more details on senior pet adoption via the <\/span>ASPCA<\/span><\/a> website. Share our post with friends, so that more people can experience that special bond between a rescue dog and its new pet parent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For some the global pandemic has had positive effects. The chance to spend more time with the family at home and the opportunity to discover what makes them happy in life.\u00a0 Having a dog as part of the family is very high up on many people\u2019s lists of what makes them happy, so it is …<\/p>\n

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