[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$f6jfOWxXGJacen1QMXwKh7V_kHiqcvc6a0WYL4ZofVFU":3},{"data":4,"headers":601},{"brand":5,"route":6,"title":7,"seo":8,"components":17,"pageMeta":429,"dataSources":442},"holiday","\u002Fretirement-guide\u002Fsenior-health-and-wellness\u002Fbelly-rubs-lots-of-love-a-guide-to-the-best-pets-for-seniors","Belly Rubs & Lots of Love: A Guide to the Best Pets for Seniors",{"_uid":9,"title":10,"ogType":11,"robots":12,"schema":13,"ogTitle":10,"ogLocale":14,"component":15,"description":16,"twitterCard":12,"ogDescription":16,"geo.position":12,"geo.placename":12,"geo.region":12},"576da156-6d2e-42d4-9ae5-ac65cf7c3831","A Guide to the Best Pets for Seniors | Holiday by Atria","website","","{\n  \"@context\": \"http:\u002F\u002Fschema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"datePublished\": \"2025-05-27\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F1920x1080\u002F6440275ea4\u002Fhol-17947_blog-hero-image.jpg\",\n  \"articleBody\": \"Pets bring more than joy – they bring purpose, routine and unconditional love. Whether it’s a playful pup, a cuddly cat or even a gentle fish, caring for a pet enhances your well-being. That’s why Holiday proudly offers pet-friendly senior living communities – because pets are part of the family.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe benefits of pet ownership\nSure, pets are cute. They can also help lower your blood pressure, keep you moving and create opportunities to make new friends.\n\n\nStudies show pets are good for seniors’ mental health and physical well-being because they:\n\n\nProvide affection and companionship\nReduce loneliness\nLower stress\nImprove mood\nCreate opportunities to connect with others\nKeep owners physically active\nOffer emotional support\n\n“Susie keeps me walking and staying healthy,” says Gertrude, a Holiday resident.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to choose the right pet for seniors\nDogs are the most common pet in America. If you’re considering a pup, it’s wise to weigh the following.\n\n\nSize: Small dogs are more suitable for small spaces, like apartments. They’re also easier to lift and carry when needed.\nEnergy level: Do you want a high-energy pet who requires a lot of exercise or a serene, easy-going pal?\nVocality: Some breeds bark or howl more than others. How close are your neighbors?\nAge: Mature dogs tend to be calmer and may be already trained.\nHealth issues: Is the breed you prefer prone to problems that require regular, often costly, medical treatments? Do your research.\nTemperament: Look for mild-mannered, friendly demeanors.\nGrooming needs: Less is more! And how much do they shed?\nTrainability: Can it be done?! Some breeds are trickier than others.\n\n\nLearn more about pet-friendly living at a Holiday near you.\n\n\nTop 5 small dog breeds perfect for senior living\nWhile some breeds are better suited to seniors in general, personalities vary. Spend time with a dog before welcoming it into your life. Also consider senior dog adoption. An older rescue pup is often a good choice because they’re more mellow, and the animal shelter may know more about their temperament.\n\n\nPoodle: Miniature and toy breeds. Intelligent, adaptable, trainable. Curly hypoallergenic coat requires regular grooming.\nCavalier King Charles Spaniel: Gentle, affectionate. Requires regular grooming.\nBichon Frise: Loving and playful with a low-maintenance, hypoallergenic coat.\nFrench bulldog: Smart, lively, loyal. Short-hair coat is virtually maintenance-free.\nShih Tzu: Affectionate, easy to train. Minimal exercise and grooming needs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLow-maintenance pets for older people\nDogs make wonderful additions to many lives, but they could pose challenges to those with a disability or mobility issue. If walking a dog outside at least twice a day feels overwhelming, consider a lower-maintenance pet.\n\n\nCats: Personalities vary, but our feline friends are usually affectionate, entertaining and independent. There’s no need to walk your kitty, but litter box management is required.\nBirds: These beautiful creatures offer companionship, intelligence and relative ease of care, depending on the species. Consider noise levels and the need for routine cage cleaning.\nFish: Gazing at an aquarium filled with colorful fish is calming. Caring for fish is minimal, but regular tank or bowl cleanings are a must.\n\n\nBringing a pet home to Holiday by Atria\nAt Holiday, we understand the important role pets play in our lives and welcome them into our senior living communities. Fluffy and Rover are family – and we’re all about family. See for yourself by visiting a Holiday near you.\",\n  \"url\": \"https:\u002F\u002Fholidayseniorliving.com\u002Fretirement-guide\u002Fsenior-health-and-wellness\u002Fbelly-rubs-lots-of-love-a-guide-to-the-best-pets-for-seniors\"\n}","en_US","seo-fields","Discover the best dog breeds for older adults and learn why Holiday’s pet-friendly senior living communities welcome furry friends like family. 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If you have questions or want to make changes to your request, give us a call at ","First Name is required.",{"componentName":272,"props":273},"ContentHubArticleHero",{"topLine":121,"className":12,"bottomLine":121,"topPadding":121,"componentId":12,"bottomMargin":230,"allowMaxWidth":121,"bottomPadding":121,"lastUpdatedCopy":274,"extraContainerClassName":12},"Last Updated",{"componentName":276,"props":277},"ContentHubArticleBody",{"topLine":121,"className":12,"bottomLine":121,"topPadding":121,"componentId":12,"bottomMargin":121,"cardLinkText":278,"nextPostCopy":279,"allowMaxWidth":121,"bottomPadding":121,"articleContent":280,"watchVideoCopy":281,"emailSignupCopy":282,"readArticleCopy":278,"nextPostHeaderTag":283,"emailSignUpCtaText":284,"recommendationCopy":285,"emailSignUpSuccessTitle":286,"extraContainerClassName":12,"recommendationHeaderTag":283,"nextPostHeaderStyleLevel":287,"emailSignUpSuccessMessage":288,"recommendationHeaderStyleLevel":287},"Read the article","Up next","\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Pets bring more than joy – they bring purpose, routine and unconditional love. Whether it’s a playful pup, a cuddly cat or even a gentle fish, caring for a pet enhances your well-being. That’s why Holiday proudly offers pet-friendly senior living communities – because pets are part of the family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ciframe class=\"radius\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FRHY_3qnmG8k?si=ldS4vBhiCwRRbENU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen>\u003C\u002Fiframe>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch2 class=\"heading heading--is-level-2 spacing--is-mb-small\">The benefits of pet ownership\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Sure, pets are cute. They can also help lower your blood pressure, keep you moving and create opportunities to make new friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.americanhumane.org\u002Fpublic-education\u002Fpets-and-seniors\u002F\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-health-and-wellness link--is-font-secondary\" target=\"_blank\">Studies show\u003C\u002Fa> pets are good for seniors’ mental health and physical well-being because they:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cul class=\"number-list\">\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Provide affection and companionship\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Reduce loneliness\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Lower stress\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Improve mood\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Create opportunities to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.holidayseniorliving.com\u002Flife-at-holiday\" class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-health-and-wellness link--is-font-secondary\" target=\"_blank\">connect with others\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Keep owners physically active\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">Offer emotional support\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">“Susie keeps me walking and staying healthy,” says Gertrude, a Holiday resident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cimg class=\"radius\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fa-us.storyblok.com\u002Ff\u002F1018269\u002F1536x1855\u002F71655944ed\u002Fhol-17947_blog-section-image_gertrude-susie.jpg\">\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch2 class=\"heading heading--is-level-2 spacing--is-mb-small\">How to choose the right pet for seniors\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avma.org\u002Fresources-tools\u002Freports-statistics\u002Fus-pet-ownership-statistics\"  class=\"link has-text-holiday-content-hub-health-and-wellness link--is-font-secondary\" target=\"_blank\">Dogs are the most common pet in America\u003C\u002Fa>. If you’re considering a pup, it’s wise to weigh the following.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cul class=\"number-list\">\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Size\u003C\u002Fb>: Small dogs are more suitable for small spaces, like apartments. They’re also easier to lift and carry when needed.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Energy level\u003C\u002Fb>: Do you want a high-energy pet who requires a lot of exercise or a serene, easy-going pal?\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Vocality\u003C\u002Fb>: Some breeds bark or howl more than others. How close are your neighbors?\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Age\u003C\u002Fb>: Mature dogs tend to be calmer and may be already trained.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Health issues\u003C\u002Fb>: Is the breed you prefer prone to problems that require regular, often costly, medical treatments? Do your research.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Temperament\u003C\u002Fb>: Look for mild-mannered, friendly demeanors.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Grooming needs\u003C\u002Fb>: Less is more! And how much do they shed?\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Trainability\u003C\u002Fb>: Can it be done?! Some breeds are trickier than others.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ccenter>\u003Ca class=\"button button--is-content-hub-health-and-wellness link--is-font-secondary\" href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.holidayseniorliving.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-v-054fe9ba=\"\">Learn more about pet-friendly living at a Holiday near you.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fcenter>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ch2 class=\"heading heading--is-level-2 spacing--is-mb-small\">Top 5 small dog breeds perfect for senior living\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">While some breeds are better suited to seniors in general, personalities vary. Spend time with a dog before welcoming it into your life. Also consider senior dog adoption. An older rescue pup is often a good choice because they’re more mellow, and the animal shelter may know more about their temperament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cul class=\"number-list\">\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Poodle\u003C\u002Fb>: Miniature and toy breeds. Intelligent, adaptable, trainable. Curly hypoallergenic coat requires regular grooming.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Cavalier King Charles Spaniel\u003C\u002Fb>: Gentle, affectionate. Requires regular grooming.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>Bichon Frise\u003C\u002Fb>: Loving and playful with a low-maintenance, hypoallergenic coat.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli class=\"copy copy--is-font-secondary\">\u003Cb>French bulldog\u003C\u002Fb>: Smart, lively, loyal. 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