If you're ready to adopt a pet, consider an older shelter animal. They still have plenty to offer.

A shelter can be a high stress environment for any animal, but especially the older ones. All too often, seniors are surrendered to shelters once their age starts to show or their health begins to decline.Many seniors in shelters get overlooked for adoption, as families often come in wanting a young dog or a puppy. I, on the other hand, would take a senior over a high-maintenance puppy any day of the week!I’ve had senior dogs for seven years... + full article