Thank you. We had a dog when our boys were young. Of course Mom took care of it. He was a beautiful German Shepherd. When I took him for walks, people would stop and admire him. I have never had an affinity for cats. At this time I don't think I am quite able to walk a dog. I would want a good-sized dog. I see the surgeon January 25th and he will let me know how I am doing. Again, thank you for caring.
I have always had Dog and Cats because I mostly rescue them, but not always. I am in my 70’s and have had to adjust what kind, size and age of animal I get.. It would be unfair for me to get a Puppy, Kitten or younger animal if I passed say 5 years from now. Where would they go? Also, Dogs need to be exercised. Large Dogs are more difficult to handle for a walk, especially when they see something they want to go after and pull. Dogs need to be bathed and played with. Their are many older animals to adopt that take less energy and mobility to take care of.
I have always had a dog and mostly cats, I live alone and unfortunately I had to put my last cat done which broke. My heart,., I am 87 and would love another cat It I wonder the same thing what would happen when I die
I have always had a dog and mostly cats, I live alone and unfortunately I had to put my last cat done which broke. My heart,., I am 87 and would love another cat It I wonder the same thing what would happen when I die
I'm 68 with a herd of health issues. My service pup is 8 yrs, 50 lbs, with rear right leg arthritis. We live in the top 2nd floor. That's 15 steps I've had to carefully carry her up after 2 surgeries for her ACLs. The last time she needed my help, I prayed up each step while leaning on the rail with my elbow for balance. Twice I feared we were going to fall backwards. Thankfully she figured out how to 3 leg it up if she must. I love her more than anything & will do all I can to help her, but I know she'll be my last pup. I would have curled around her had we fallen. Allergic to cats, birds, don't like fish. So every day we have together I treasure. When did we become like we are? I still remember picking up a sick, skinny, rescue pup of 4 months. She rescues me every day & all nite by staying close by. I'll do no less for her.🐕🦺💜
I have always had a dog and mostly cats, I live alone and unfortunately I had to put my last cat done which broke. My heart,., I am 87 and would love another cat It I wonder the same thing what would happen when I die
I have always had a dog and mostly cats, I live alone and unfortunately I had to put my last cat done which broke. My heart,., I am 87 and would love another cat It I wonder the same thing what would happen when I die
I have always had a dog and mostly cats, I live alone and unfortunately I had to put my last cat done which broke. My heart,., I am 87 and would love another cat It I wonder the same thing what would happen when I die
I would find somebody that be willing to take your animal if you pass away that way you know he'll be in good hands I always have had German Shepherds and I will continue . My current Shepherd is only five but even if I'm in my eighties when he passes I will get another dog but I will make sure my family will adopt him if I die.
John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Dec 8, 2022
I received an email from the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal on a webinar in January that I thought some of you might enjoy.
Exercise: Powerful Medicine for Health and Aging, with Dr. Stuart Phillips
Description:
Imagine a pill that reduced the risk and improved prognosis for all known chronic diseases; it would work regardless of current risk, race, gender, or age. We don't need to test this pill as a large body of data shows its effectiveness. Other beneficial side effects of this pill include reduced anxiety, depression, and improved sleep. Such a pill would be the world's most widely prescribed medication. Sadly, there is no such pill. However, all these benefits come with greater participation in physical activity, defined as anything that makes our muscles burn more energy. Alternatively, perhaps even better, when we exercise: the purposeful practice of activity to gain/maintain fitness or strength.
Join renowned kinesiology researcher, Dr. Stuart Phillips, to learn about how much (or how little) people have to do to improve their odds of living longer, healthier and better lives.
Time: Jan 18, 2023 07:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
I have always had Dog and Cats because I mostly rescue them, but not always. I am in my 70’s and have had to adjust what kind, size and age of animal I get.. It would be unfair for me to get a Puppy, Kitten or younger animal if I passed say 5 years from now. Where would they go? Also, Dogs need to be exercised. Large Dogs are more difficult to handle for a walk, especially when they see something they want to go after and pull. Dogs need to be bathed and played with. Their are many older animals to adopt that take less energy and mobility to take care of.
I am 72 and just had to put down our 13 year old lab mix. I would love to eventually get another dog but like you I think a smaller dog would be best. Lizzy got too heavy for me to lift when she developed arthritis. As much as I loved having a lab, I’ll have to get a small dog. Will adopt from a rescue.
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I have always had Dog and Cats because I mostly rescue them, but not always. I am in my 70’s and have had to adjust what kind, size and age of animal I get.. It would be unfair for me to get a Puppy, Kitten or younger animal if I passed say 5 years from now. Where would they go? Also, Dogs need to be exercised. Large Dogs are more difficult to handle for a walk, especially when they see something they want to go after and pull. Dogs need to be bathed and played with. Their are many older animals to adopt that take less energy and mobility to take care of.
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1 ReactionI'm 68 with a herd of health issues. My service pup is 8 yrs, 50 lbs, with rear right leg arthritis. We live in the top 2nd floor. That's 15 steps I've had to carefully carry her up after 2 surgeries for her ACLs. The last time she needed my help, I prayed up each step while leaning on the rail with my elbow for balance. Twice I feared we were going to fall backwards. Thankfully she figured out how to 3 leg it up if she must. I love her more than anything & will do all I can to help her, but I know she'll be my last pup. I would have curled around her had we fallen. Allergic to cats, birds, don't like fish. So every day we have together I treasure. When did we become like we are? I still remember picking up a sick, skinny, rescue pup of 4 months. She rescues me every day & all nite by staying close by. I'll do no less for her.🐕🦺💜
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12 ReactionsMaybe you could rescue an older cat and give it a loving home...good luck .
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4 ReactionsWhat about fostering?
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1 ReactionI would find somebody that be willing to take your animal if you pass away that way you know he'll be in good hands I always have had German Shepherds and I will continue . My current Shepherd is only five but even if I'm in my eighties when he passes I will get another dog but I will make sure my family will adopt him if I die.
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7 ReactionsI received an email from the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal on a webinar in January that I thought some of you might enjoy.
Exercise: Powerful Medicine for Health and Aging, with Dr. Stuart Phillips
Description:
Imagine a pill that reduced the risk and improved prognosis for all known chronic diseases; it would work regardless of current risk, race, gender, or age. We don't need to test this pill as a large body of data shows its effectiveness. Other beneficial side effects of this pill include reduced anxiety, depression, and improved sleep. Such a pill would be the world's most widely prescribed medication. Sadly, there is no such pill. However, all these benefits come with greater participation in physical activity, defined as anything that makes our muscles burn more energy. Alternatively, perhaps even better, when we exercise: the purposeful practice of activity to gain/maintain fitness or strength.
Join renowned kinesiology researcher, Dr. Stuart Phillips, to learn about how much (or how little) people have to do to improve their odds of living longer, healthier and better lives.
Time: Jan 18, 2023 07:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7116690522340/WN_AnsiqlZrS3qxoU7ZX-G3dA
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5 ReactionsColleen, is there any group that discusses blood pressure?
@hergiew, you will find discussions about blood pressure, hypertension, low blood pressure, healthy living tips etc in the Heart & Blood Health Support Group: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/heart-blood-vessel-conditions/
Enter “blood pressure” as a search term in the Search discussions field on this All Discussions page to find specific discussions here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussions/all/
I am 72 and just had to put down our 13 year old lab mix. I would love to eventually get another dog but like you I think a smaller dog would be best. Lizzy got too heavy for me to lift when she developed arthritis. As much as I loved having a lab, I’ll have to get a small dog. Will adopt from a rescue.
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