Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast

EP 140 - Pet Therapy for Seniors: Why Dogs and Cats May Be Better Than Medication

Dale Corpus Season 1 Episode 140

Sometimes the best medicine doesn’t come in a bottle — it comes with fur, a heartbeat, and a wagging tail.

In this heartwarming episode, Dale Corpus, Senior Transition Specialist and real estate expert based in the San Francisco Bay Area, shares how pet therapy is transforming the lives of seniors — especially those living with dementia, depression, anxiety, or social isolation.

You’ll hear real stories of seniors whose entire mood changed the moment a therapy dog walked into the room… seniors who began speaking again after weeks of silence… and families who witnessed breakthroughs they never thought were possible.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why dogs and cats can reduce anxiety, loneliness, and agitation
• How pet therapy boosts social connection, memory recall, and emotional well-being
• What happens inside the brain when a senior interacts with an animal
• The differences between pet therapy, emotional support animals, and service animals
• Whether pet therapy is safe and appropriate for your aging parent
• Bay Area programs that offer pet therapy in senior living communities

This is one of those episodes every caregiver should hear — especially if you’re looking for natural ways to bring joy back into your parent’s life.

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And for those of you listening, if your loved one is considering senior living and you need to figure out what to do with their home — let’s talk!

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