With over seven million dogs and five million cats, Texas is a place that embraces the love of pets. Why should your choice of retirement community in Spring, TX, be any different?
The answer is that it doesn’t need to be different at all. There are pet-friendly senior living communities that welcome pets with open arms.
The Conservatory At Champion Forest is such a community. We’re here to explain why pets are a vital part of a happy life and how to make the transition to senior living with a pet as smooth as possible. Continue reading to learn all you need to know!
Benefits of Pets
A pet is much more than an adorable face. It’s a companion that can help make the unfamiliar feel less overwhelming. A pet is always by your side, giving you the benefits of unconditional love, friendship, and more.
Mental Health
When you’re able to bring your pet to senior living communities, you’ll have a unique barrier against many issues that’ll impact your mental well-being. Your pet will help lower your risk of difficulties such as:
- Loneliness
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Social Isolation
When you have a friendly face around at all times, it’s not as easy to fall into a mental spiral. You’ll have an improved mood which will not only make each day a joy, but you’ll also have the chance to share this benefit with other residents.
The Conservatory At Champion Forest hosts many community events to aid in keeping residents mentally healthy, but we also know pets play a vital role in your happiness. That’s why we allow pets to attend many of our community events so you can get the most out of each activity.
Physical Activity
Regular physical activity grants us so many benefits, but sometimes it’s difficult to put in that extra effort every day. We might not have the energy to get that exercise in. We might decide to take a break one day, which somehow turns into a whole week of inactivity.
When you have a pet with you, it’s almost impossible to avoid physical activity. Your pet will rely on you to remain active to stay healthy, with tasks such as:
- Going on walks
- Playing with toys
- Brushing
- Bathing
- Petting
Even a small amount of play each day is enough to get both you and your companion moving. With the addition of a variety of daily activities with other residents, you’ll find yourself feeling more energetic than ever before.
Social Opportunities
Entering a new community can make anyone feel nervous. Trying to strike up a conversation isn’t a simple task for many of us. The problem is that socialization is a crucial part of maintaining your overall health.
Pets are excellent conversation starters. They have no worries about running up to a new person and helping you introduce yourself. If you struggle to think of a topic of conversation, default to talking about your pet.
This is why pet-inclusive senior housing is something every pet owner should look for when searching retirement communities. You’ll be giving up so many benefits if you decide to choose a community that doesn’t allow pets.
The good news is that you don’t have to look any further than the Conservatory At Champion Forest community. We enjoy including pets in many aspects of daily life so you’ll never have to choose between your pet or joining in a group activity.
Community Accommodations
When searching for pet-friendly retirement homes, there are several accommodations you’ll want to consider before making a decision. Without simple pet-focused amenities, it’ll be difficult for your pet to live a healthy and happy life. These accommodations can include things like:
- Walking pathways
- Parks
- Fenced-in areas
- Shaded areas
- Waste disposal stations
Your pet will adore living at the Conservatory At Champion Forest.
We have lush gardens with dedicated pathways, exterior entertainment areas, and beautiful terraces. We have large rooms for indoor playdates and areas for easy grooming. We are also near many local parks so you’ll never grow bored of exploring with your pet.
Tips for Moving Your Pet
As you search through your best senior living options, you also should consider beginning to prepare your pet for the move. It’ll be a change for your pet as much as it will be for you. Beginning the process early will make it a simple transition with fewer worries.
Tour the Community
Take your pet with you when you go for a tour of the residence. It won’t be as big of a shock of unusual sights and smells to your pet when you make the full move.
Introduce them to staff members and other residents so familiar faces will help smooth the process.
Slow and Steady
Once you arrive in the senior living community, you’ll need to stay flexible. Your pet might have some days where they resist the idea of a new home. Have patience and take things slow as you acclimate them to the residence.
Trying to force things to go too fast will only cause anxiety for everyone involved.
Find a New Routine
Routines are excellent for pets since it gives them something to rely upon. As both you and your pet get used to the community and find your favorite seniors and pets care activities, create a routine.
This routine makes it a simple thing to plan out your walks, playtime, and other tasks. You both will have the same comforting foundation to look forward to every day.
Join Our Pet-Friendly Senior Living Community in Spring, TX
The transition to retirement can already bring a lot of changes. There’s never any reason to force one of those changes to be an unhappy separation from your pet. Make sure to find a pet-friendly senior living community that won’t turn away your beloved companion.
When you join our Conservatory At Champion Forest community, you’re also joining the Discovery Senior Living family. With over 25 years of senior care service, we have the expertise to help you find the right balance between healthy living and exciting fulfillment.
Contact us today to schedule a tour of our pet-friendly Spring community!
