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On the occasion of the Grandparents Day which is celebrated on October 2nd, we offer you a selection of the sweetest photos of grandparents in the company of their beloved dogs and cats.
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Browse the photo gallery: you will find the sweetest shots of Italian grandparents with their dogs or cats!
Grandparents and pets
It is well known that older people are often alone in the house. In fact, it happens that children or relatives are out all day for work or other commitments and grandparents find themselves having to wait hours and hours for their return.
In cases like these, a pet can be the right solution. You can think of adopting – responsibly – dogs or cats suitable for the elderly, in order to establish an affectionate relationship and mutual company.
The benefits of pets for the elderly
Pets, especially dogs and cats, know how to give affection, even if everyone does it in their own way! They are an excellent remedy for fight boredom and loneliness.
The benefits of a dog or cat in the house are manifold and include both the mental well-being than that physicist.
Seeing a dog wagging its tail around the house puts aside boredom and fills the day with joy and affection.
On the other hand, the purr of a cat they have the power to relieve stress and fight depression. For this reason, felines are among the animals used for pet therapy.
In addition, when taking care of a pet, they increase the sense of self-worth and satisfaction in feeling useful and active.
Long live the grandparents and long live the animals!