Several national and local programs exist specifically to pair older adults with well-matched pets, often with reduced fees.
What these programs typically offer
- Reduced or waived adoption fees for adopters over a certain age
- Careful temperament matching, prioritizing lower-energy or already-trained animals
- Some include a "safety net" clause, guaranteeing the shelter will take the pet back if your circumstances change
Ask any shelter directly whether they have a senior-to-senior adoption program, even if not prominently advertised.