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Ruth Bonneville / Free Press 49.8 Seniors and pets Leota Ward, enjoys a fall morning sitting with her dog Clover a pug, next to her on a bench overlooking Lake Winnipeg near her cottage Tuesday. Story: 49 8, extended feature, Seniors and companion animals, the benefits and the challenges related to finding affordable pet friendly housing. Pets can enhance well-being, and quality of life for seniors. It is considerably more challenging to find accommodation that will welcome Story publication date: upcoming Saturday in September. Sept 15th, 2026