Figuring Out Whether Getting a Dog is a Good Choice for an Elderly Person

by Denisse Aguilar on in Interesting Facts 64
senior citizen with pug

Taking in a sweet doggy in need is one of the greatest things to do. You can provide them with a warm home, and they will provide you with unconditional love.

Some people need this love and companionship more than others. Senior citizens are often lonely and have trouble going out of their way to be more social.

Luckily, a doggy friend can provide an older person with love and take the loneliness away. If you're a senior or know of a senior who is need of a furry friend, there are some things to consider before adoption.

It's important to learn whether adopting a doggy is the right thing for a senior citizen. You can do that by asking yourself questions and quizzing the older person to see if they can care properly for the pooch.

Find out how to tell if getting a dog is a good choice for an elderly person on the next page.

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64 thoughts on “Figuring Out Whether Getting a Dog is a Good Choice for an Elderly Person”

  9. Melanie Thompson

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    It depends on the elderly person. My brother in law got a puppy for his mom for companionship and she abused him. I said enough and took the little dog home with us. Also make sure there is a plan to care for the dog in case the elderly person dies; it shouldn’t have to go to the pound.

  10. Virginia Henry

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    Yes they are good if the person is well enough to walk and care for pet. It gives them exercise as well as the pet. I have just retired and have a pug. We go out walking and I let her out and play in yard which keeps me moving.

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