MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA AND PETSMART CHARITIES® GRANT OVER $500,000 TO 60+ LOCAL MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAMS IN 2022 TO SUPPORT ACCESS TO VETERINARY CARE FOR SENIORS’ PETS

Funding Will Assist Local Programs’ Efforts to Make Veterinary Care More Accessible for Homebound Clients ARLINGTON, Va., Aug 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Meals on Wheels America, the national leadership organization…

MSU veterinary technology seniors earn 100% pass rate on credential exam

MSU offers both associate and bachelor’s degrees in veterinary technology. MOREHEAD, Ky. (WTVQ / MSU Public Relations) – Seniors of Morehead State’s Veterinary Technology Program have passed the Veterinary Technology…

Robotic cats and dogs bring battery-powered comfort to some seniors – Orange County Register

Taeko Ota sits in the living room of Amazing Grace & Care’s assisted living in Fullerton, combing the fur of Ombi, a cat who sits on her lap. Ombi purrs.…

Robotic cats and dogs bring battery-powered comfort to some seniors – Press Enterprise

Taeko Ota sits in the living room of Amazing Grace & Care’s assisted living in Fullerton, combing the fur of Ombi, a cat who sits on her lap. Ombi purrs.…

Cat companionship serving to Calgary seniors deal with isolation

CALGARY – Two-year-old Lily, a foster cat from the Calgary Humane Society, arrived at Silvera’s Valleyview Senior community two weeks ago and quickly made herself home. The cat has become…

The 25 Greatest Cat Breeds for Seniors

Seniors looking for a feline companion need to make sure they find the right furry friend for them. Energetic or mischievous cats may not get along so well with an…

Are Canines or Cats Higher for the Psychological Well being of Seniors?

Source: Bicanski / Pixnio CC0 There is already a lot of data to suggest that living with a dog improves both mental and physical health. The current global pandemic has…

Are Canines or Cats Higher for the Psychological Well being of Seniors?

Source: Bicanski / Pixnio CC0 There is already a lot of data to suggest that living with a dog improves both mental and physical health. The current global pandemic has…

‘Canine’s Finest Buddy:’ Documentary highlights non-profit that helps seniors with canine care – Maple Ridge Information

An Ontario filmmaker recently premiered a documentary to help a volunteer-run nonprofit raise funds so seniors can continue to care for their dogs. Dwight Storring from Kitchener, Ont. Dog’s Best…