Taoyuan opens adoption program for senior pets

The Taoyuan Animal Protection Office has introduced a special adoption program aimed at senior pets, those aged seven and older, to help them find loving homes. This initiative comes in response to the common preference for younger pets, which often leaves older animals overlooked in shelters. Senior pets require more medical care and attention, making them the hardest group to place. To support potential adopters, the program offers comprehensive health check-ups, chronic disease medication, and discounted advanced medical treatments. Before adoption, senior pets undergo thorough physical examinations, including blood tests, X-rays, and ultrasound scans, to ensure adopters are fully informed about the animal's health and care needs. Additionally, the program provides the necessary medication for pets with chronic conditions and connects families with specialized medical services at reduced rates. Adopters like Yu and Ho emphasize the importance of understanding the needs of senior pets, which include frequent care and long-term medication. The program aims to ease the financial burden on adopters and encourage more people to give senior pets a second chance at a loving home.