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[The elderly and their pets. Supportive and problematic aspects and implications for care. A descriptive study].

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  • 1Pflegeexpertin Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik Basel.

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|August 7, 1999
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Elderly individuals find joy and social connection through pet ownership, which also combats loneliness. However, pet loss can trigger profound grief, necessitating specialized nursing support.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Human-Animal Interaction
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Pet ownership is prevalent among the elderly.
  • Understanding the emotional impact of pets on seniors is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the motivations behind pet ownership in older adults.
  • To investigate the significance of pet illness and loss for this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • Phenomenological study design.
  • In-depth interviews with nine women and three men (average age 84) owning cats, dogs, or birds.

Main Results:

  • Pets provide happiness, social interaction, and combat passivity in old age.
  • Challenges include falls, owner overexertion, and animal care during owner illness.

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  • Pet loss can lead to severe grief, disorganization, and prolonged pathological reactions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Support for pet ownership as a factor in a "good old age" is recommended.
    • Integrating pets into nursing care and planning for pet futures are advised.
    • Specific therapeutic interventions are needed to address pet loss grief.