Pets?
Should one bring one's pet into a Retirement Village? Absolutely! Pets are not just animals - they are much more, often being life-long companions. They are not called man's best friend for nothing. Where else would you find a companion who - never answers you back; never tells you lies, and remains loyal in spite of your behaviour... and never prods you or leaves your bed when you snore too loudly. Additionally, should one spouse die, a pet is often the closest companion with whom you can truly grieve; who shares your memories. Peta and her dog lived together in a Retirement Village. But her Daschund developed back problems and for a while could not walk. So! What to do? Should she take him to the vet and have him put down? Peta decided that she should look after her companion, and used to take him with her in a wheelchair when she went for walks, or went gardening. He shared his wheelchair seat with plants that Peta picked, and was secured with a white cord, in order to prevent him falling off the chair (The Automobile Association would have been proud of her inventive seat belt). I am pleased to say that the dog recovered his mobility and was once more able to cavort amongst the flowers - thanks to the care Peta gave her companion. (Even though Peta has subsequently died, other residents have taken over fostering the Daschund) (Henry Spencer)