Pet-Friendly Senior Living in Keller, TX: What to Expect
Healthline is proud to have recently discovered that pets are capable of helping a loved one live a long life with a healthy heart, declaring that:
"Cat owners were 42% less likely to have high blood pressure [...] and dog owners were 31% less likely"
As such, the Conservatory at Keller Town Center understands the importance in ensuring that pet-friendly senior living is a centerpiece in how we encourage our residents to enjoy their lives in our community in Keller, TX. So, read on to learn more about our
- On-site dog park
- Local opportunities for exercise with pets
- Trails close to our front door
- Opportunities to spend time in nature with a companion
Learn the benefits of pets for seniors and how both the residents here in the Conservatory at Keller Town Center and our staff enjoy the presence of faithful companions. Discover how our community ensures the right amenities for a life of joy.
Pet-Friendly Senior Living in Keller, TX
Here at the Conservatory at Keller Town Center, we understand that it is essential to bring people into the fold without disrupting their lives. Allowing residents to bring family pets with them is a significant part of that. Our community amenities, from the dog park we list to the layout and materials used in our residences and communities, all support the existence of pets and help our community enjoy them with minimal maintenance.
Similarly, our apartments are spacious enough for guests to move around freely and find areas where they can stretch or express themselves. The rooms' balconies also provide space outside in the fresh air without even leaving the apartment, come rain or shine, as well as the chance to get plenty of sunlight. Should residents wish to do so, they can also use the spaces to create areas where they can express themselves or place cat trees and toys for their pets to enjoy in the sun.
We also create opportunities for residents to engage with one another alongside their pets. Many of our activities allow pets to be with their owners or nearby, helping them support one another. We also have several studies and articles online, in our senior living library, which our residents and their families can use to learn more about what we do here.
Community Opportunities for Pet Exercise
Dogs shouldn't stay cooped up in apartments; as such, we have a dog park on-site that accommodates pets who wish to get some exercise. The community is purpose-built for pets to move around in and features suitable extras to keep them content, allowing them to stay for extended periods, including water bowls and ample space for movement. Meanwhile, residents can let their pet explore and socialize with other residents' pets while they take a load off on our nearby benches.
Alternatively, seniors may wish to visit the recently reopened K-9 Pointe dog park and meet locals outside of our community. We organize trips here for our residents, and seniors may go there with their guests, providing a place for them to enjoy varied surroundings while socializing.
Pet-Friendly Senior Apartments
We have purpose-built our apartments to be both pet-resistant and welcoming to them year-round. We don't consider it an afterthought to have pets in our community, any more than the residents themselves are.
We ensure that the floors of living spaces, such as dining areas and sitting areas, have floors that allow for simple spillages to be wiped clean. After tracking mud around on a rainy day or spending time out on a dusty trail, this helps seniors clean the community without difficulty. The living room, located beside the balcony in our apartment layouts, can also help provide quick outdoor breaks, which is imperative if a resident has an outdoor litter box or if pets need to escape the vacuuming noises during cleaning.
Large open spaces in the apartment also help prevent pets from being underfoot, and the spacious kitchens prevent them from taking up space when residents wish to pass through. Instead, our community takes pride in the ability for residents to enjoy independent living with pets in Keller, TX, when they have their pets with them.
The walk-in closets and cupboards in our communities are also perfect for when a pet needs a little space away from the outside world. We have noticed that July 4 celebrations and New Year's parties are a great example of when dogs and cats need a quiet hideaway, and while we did not plan for this, these closets are ideally suited for the role.
Outside of the apartments themselves, our communities have long walking paths that residents can use with their pets. These allow for more exercise daily and also provide an opportunity to socialize with other residents while caring for their pets. If they wish to feel more like part of the community, the chance to walk a pet gives them a way to engage with others through a shared topic of conversation, a rant, or a story opportunity.
How We Support Emotional Support Animals for Seniors
Not only are emotional support animals (ESAs) important for many people, but Texas requires that they be welcomed into communities. One cannot prevent their stay with someone who needs them, and so the Conservatory at Keller Town Center works with our residents to ensure that they get everything they need should an ESA be staying with them.
We will discuss the requirements with a resident before they move in, so that we understand what the senior resident needs and the resident can understand what documents they will require. Then, they can live freely in the knowledge that our amenities and weekly activities can continue, allowing them to enjoy each one.
Supporting Cats and Dogs in Retirement Communities
As the Conservatory at Keller Town Center, we ensure residents have everything they need to support their pet, from a private dog park and direct access to a local walking trail. Our pet-friendly senior living community is the ideal choice for those who desire a life filled with companionship.
Contact us to schedule a tour of our community and learn how we can support a loved one in ensuring they feel welcome and receive the emotional support they need during their senior years.