Cabarrus Pets Society is celebrating September as Adopt-a-Senior-Dog Month.
At Cabarrus Pets Society and rescue groups across the nation, there are an abundance of healthy senior pets looking for a special home to cherish them for the rest of their lives. Although shaping the life of a youngster sounds appealing, giving a second chance to an older companion can be equally rewarding. They like to share quiet moments, they tend to be calmer, are already trained and usually do not chew or scratch everything in sight. Older pets have plenty to offer adopters – not the least of which is love.
During Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month, take the opportunity to get acquainted with the older pets available at Cabarrus Pets Society, like Jack Tar.
Seniors are happy with the simple things in life - a comfy bed, warm sunlight, good food, or an afternoon stroll outside. Contrary to popular belief, seniors often adjust quickly to a new home and are grateful beyond belief to have been given a second chance. There is no feeling quite like seeing your senior pet curled up and finally comfortable and knowing that they will now always be cared for and loved. Although you may have less time together, it will be time you both will treasure...
Ten Great Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog
1. House-trained - Older dogs are house-trained. You won't have to go through the difficult stage(s) of teaching a puppy house manners, and mopping or cleaning up after accidents.
2. Won't chew inappropriate items - Older dogs are not teething puppies, and won't chew your shoes and furniture while growing up.
3. Focus to learn - Older dogs can focus well because they've mellowed. Therefore, they learn quickly.
4. Know what "no" means - Older dogs have learned what "no" means. If they hadn't learned it, they wouldn't have gotten to be "older" dogs.
5. Settle in with the "pack" - Older dogs settle in easily, because they've learned what it takes to get along with others and become part of a pack.
6. Good at giving love - Older dogs are good at giving love, once they get into their new, loving home. They are ever so grateful for the second chance they've been given.
7. WYSIWYG - What You See Is What You Get: Unlike puppies, older dogs have grown into their shape and personality. Puppies can grow up to be quite different from what they seemed at first.
8. Instant companions - Older dogs are instant companions, ready for hiking, car trips, and other things you like to do.
9. Time for yourself - Older dogs leave you time for yourself, because they don't make the kinds of demands on your time and attention that puppies and young dogs do.
10. A good night's sleep - Older dogs let you get a good night's sleep because they're accustomed to human schedules and don't generally need nighttime feedings, comforting, or bathroom breaks.
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