Adding
a furry member to your family is exciting. Whether you
get an older dog or cat or a puppy or kitten, these pets
can infuse your household with unconditional love and
happiness. However, you may be hesitant about adopting a
senior animal due to concerns about age or health issues.
Giving an older pet a home comes with a number of
important benefits for you and them. Use the following
guide to learn why you should consider adopting an adult
dog or cat.
Why Should You Adopt a Senior Pet?
1. Save a Life
At shelters, senior dogs and cats are among those most
likely to be euthanized. When you adopt one of these
pets, you may literally be saving a life. On top of the
satisfaction that comes with knowing you helped an animal
in its greatest moment of need, your own life will almost
certainly change in positive ways. You will have the
devotion of a pet who still has a lot of love left to
give. They can provide you with comfort, companionship,
humor, and unconditional love and support.
2. Enjoy a Calmer Environment
Puppies and kittens have boundless energy and
curiosity and a need for more consistent engagement and
monitoring. However, these are less likely to be issues
with senior pets.
Adult cats and dogs are well past the puppy or kitten
stage, so they are more easygoing and relaxed, demanding
less time and supervision. While it may be an adjustment
when you first bring them home, they're likely to settle
into your life and schedule quicker. Their calmer
demeanor ensures they'll always be ready for a snuggle or
leisurely walk.
3. Avoid the Need for Training
Many senior dogs and cats have already received some
training, which can make your life a lot easier—and
much less messy. They tend to be better behaved than
younger pets that may chew, scratch, or play with items
they shouldn't. As a result, you can enjoy the love they
are bringing into your life without fear of them acting
out or destroying the home.
You also won't have to spend time housetraining a
puppy or litter box-training a kitten. Adult pets often
already know basic commands, as well. Despite the old
saying, senior pets can be taught new tricks and behaviors,
largely because they are calmer and more focused than their
younger counterparts, which can make the transition of
bringing them into your home even more seamless.
Beginning
April 1, you will be required to
show proof of rabies vaccination
for all pets in your home in
order to attend our Community Pet
Food Pantry. This is to keep
everyone - both pets and people -
safe!
Good news!
Fulton County Public health is
offering a FREE rabies
vaccination clinic on Wednesday,
March 26th - just in time to get
your pets up to date! Take
advantage of this service and be
ready for pantry day!
We
have a limited amount of our Raise The
Roof shirts available for purchase at the
shelter. Available in T-Shirts, Long
Sleeve T-Shirts, and Hoodies. Colors vary.
These make a great last minute Christmas
gift. T-shirts are $15 Long Sleeves are
$20 and Hoodies are $30. Colors are Black,
Navy, Charcoal, and Hunter Green. We
currently have small-2xl
available.
click
below and check out some new JABMHS gear
to help raise the roof on the nw
building
If you think your pet may have eaten
somehing poisonous, stay calm and call your veterinarian
or the
Animal Poison
Control Center at 888 426-4435
You all know that we have amazing adoptable animals,
and amazing staff and volunteers, but did you also know
that we have an amazing groomer too? Tracy donates her
time and services whenever we need her to turn our
retired breeders into the best version of themselves. She
never hesitates to take on these dogs that have never
even been bathed let alone groomed. They say a picture is
worth a thousand words and these before and after
pictures speak volumes. Thank you Tracy! We couldn’t
do what we do without you!
If
you need additional assistance, please contact us
at
James
A. Brennan Memorial Humane Society
437
Nine Mile Tree Rd
Gloversville,
NY 12078
Phone:
518-725-0115
Adding
a furry member to your family is exciting. Whether you
get an older dog or cat or a puppy or kitten, these pets
can infuse your household with unconditional love and
happiness. However, you may be hesitant about adopting a
senior animal due to concerns about age or health issues.
Giving an older pet a home comes with a number of
important benefits for you and them. Use the following
guide to learn why you should consider adopting an adult
dog or cat.
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