Elders who spend too much time alone...Boomers with an
empty nest...one fine remedy for animal lovers is to adopt a furry family
member.
According to the Research Center for Human Animal
Interaction at the University of Missouri, for adults living alone (like an
elder), an animal can provide focus, reduce feelings of loneliness and
isolation, and pet owners tend to take better care of themselves. For Boomers
with a newly emptied nest, an animal friend can have a similar effect; reduce
loneliness and that lost feeling that comes from full-time parenting coming to
an end.
But, not all breeds are created equal when it comes to
meeting specific needs such as elder-companionship or busy Boomer
lives.
So, first, here's the top-pick dogs/cats for
elders...