End of Life Care
Dog Euthanasia: What Happens
You probably have a lot of questions about euthanasia for dogs, and a lot of fear. Let us help you navigate this difficult time.
Signs a Dog Is Dying
Dogs die in many ways, just like people do. So the signs and symptoms may vary … except for two that show up most of the time. Dr. Dressler explains these subtle signs a lot of us miss.
Home Euthanasia for Dogs
If you’re considering home euthanasia dogs will thank you. It turns out, they understand what is happening, and want you there with them.
Is My Dog Dying? Here Are Some Warning Signs and Symptoms
How do you know if your dog is dying? Learn what signs to look for, and how to handle them.
Improving Life Quality with Hospice for Dogs
Hospice for dogs is not about giving up: it’s about focusing on comfort and closeness.
Better and Longer: End of Life Care
An article in the New England Journal of Medicine was just published that showed that human cancer patients lived both longer and better with hospice care. Patients with a type of lung cancer lived almost 2 months longer with hospice care than those who did not. Similar trends have been seen with other terminal diseases…
End of Life Care in Dog Cancer
The end of life stage can be very hard on everyone. It often is gut-wrenching to see your dear companion start to say goodbye. Like any weighty decision, sometimes the emotions involved can paralyze our ability to choose. During these times it is so important to gain some clarity by seeking support in counselors, support…
I Can See The End, But I Am Not Ready
In so many ways this is a sad post. The end of life with your friend, family member, your companion. After all the time together. Systemic or aggessive cancers like lymphosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma, osteosarcoma, Grade 3 mast cell tumors, and others usually lead in the same direction. This direction is the departure of your loved dog.…