We humans need our pets just as much as they need us. All the proof you need can be seen in the bond between this 93-year-old grandpa and his elderly cat, Angus. Although they have always been important to one another, with the recent loss of his wife, that is all the more true. Sarah Annett, one of the man’s grandchildren, has found so much joy in their bond, she simply had to share it with others online.
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Grandpa, who Sarah calls Poppy, lives in a retirement village. Every single day, fellow residents can find Poppy and Angus out for a walk, even when it rains! When the rain is too heavy, they simply walk around indoors. Check out this adorable duo on one of their daily walks in the video below!
@olive_and_odin Routine and companionship are vital for elderly wellbeing. Daily structure and animal bonds like the one between Poppy and Angus provide purpose, movement, and connection. As we age a loyal pet can be more than company… they become part of the reason we keep going. 🐾❤️ #HealthyAging #AnimalCompanions #elderly #catsoftiktok #oldcatsoftiktok ♬ original sound – Lyric Videos
“It [why] he’s so vital at 93. Walking and companionship. How blessed you are to have him in your life,” someone points out in reply to Sarah’s video. Other commenters add, “I wanna be like them when I grow up” and “I’ve seen my future and it is bright.”
Wholesome Bond Between Grandpa and His Cat Melts Hearts Everywhere
Poppy’s bond with Angus isn’t rare. On the contrary, pet ownership can be life-changing for many older folks. Scientific research has even been done to better understand the benefits people like Poppy can expect from having a pet. These benefits include decreased blood pressure, better cognitive function, and lower levels of anxiety. Studies like this only further confirm what Sarah has seen with her own eyes!
“Routine and companionship are vital for elderly wellbeing. Daily structure and animal bonds like the one between Poppy and Angus provide purpose, movement, and connection,” Sarah writes. “As we age a loyal pet can be more than company… they become part of the reason we keep going.”
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