Affectionate, loyal, fluffy, nurturing: There are lots of reasons why dogs make great companions for seniors. Not only do dogs provide comfort and friendship, but they also help keep seniors healthy ...

Helen Macura has always wanted a dog, but the Prohibition-era home she has lived in since 1945 isn't safe for a potential pet. Her childhood dream of owning a dog finally came true a couple years ago, ...

(Family Features) Like humans, four-legged family members need love and care. However, the relationship is not one-sided. In addition to joy and unconditional love, pets can also help their owners – ...

Dogs can be incredible companions during retirement, but some breeds are a better match than others. As routines shift and priorities change, retirees often prefer dogs that are easier to manage and ...

Volunteer Eve Pressnell Moore poses with donated pet food and other items inside Johnson County Senior Services. Pressnell Moore helped organize the PAWSitivity program for Johnson County Senior ...

Pet visitations offered by volunteers and their therapy dogs can provide a positive bonding experience for those confined to ...