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Pressure mounts for older people to be able to keep pets

Published by Arlo Guthrie on Fri, 23 Apr 2010 2:45 PM - 0 Comments
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A survey of more than 4,000 members of the public by the Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (PFMA) has revealed that 90% of people think that separation from a pet is traumatic for older people entering residential care or sheltered accommodation. The TNS research carried out in March 2010 also found 83% agree pets make their owners happier and 54% think pet owners should be able to make the choice about entering care facilities after seeing the accommodation policy. According to the PFMA, the benefits of pet ownership for elderly people include a lower risk of heart attack and stroke, reduced...
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