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 Older people need dogs for many reasons. One of the most fundamental reasons is that they often experience loneliness, which can be detrimental to their overall health. In lonely circumstances, a dog can act as a companion. There is no question that having a dog companion will have a positive impact on the health conditions of such older people. However, some factors must be considered to determine the kind of dog breed most suitable to provide companionship to senior citizens. Below is a brief overview of factors that may impact your decision. 1. The preference of the prospective owner . Finding the right dog companion for a senior begins with knowing his or her preferences. Everyone is different, so are our preferences. Ask whether the senior would prefer a small dog to snuggle with, or a large dog that can run around the entire compound. Whatever breed you plan to get for the senior must be in accordance with his or her preferences. 2. The energy level of the dog . A...

If you're a working person but desires to own a dog, and if you have limited time to stay at home, it is essential that you understand that not every dog can stay alone for a long time without any human presence. Dogs in this category, have high separation anxiety. However, there are some dog breeds with the natural capacity to stay alone for the whole time you will be spending at work. These category of dogs, while also relishing human presence, tend to exhibit independent disposition and so can stay alone for long without the usual barking and whining or chewing the furniture and other items which is characteristic of breeds with high separation anxiety. Below are dog breeds you may consider bringing to your home if you're not going to be spending so much time at home due to your professional engagement. Greyhound Although they love their owners, they do not build so much bonding  that can make leaving them alone a big task. Greyhounds find it easier to relax on their own w...