Dr. Debra Primovic General Practice & Preventative Medicine OVERVIEW Euthanasia literally means an “easy and painless death.” You may know it as “putting a pet to sleep” or “putting an animal down.” It is the deliberate act of ending life and undoubtedly it is a difficult … [Read more...]
Explaining Pet Loss to Children: Six Do’s and Don’ts
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Alex Lieber General Practice & Preventative Medicine PET LOSS & CHILDREN Death and dying are two of the hardest facts of life to explain to children. Very often, the death of a family pet is a child’s first encounter with this immutable law of nature. How we handle this event can … [Read more...]
When to Consider Euthanasia in Cats
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Vetsuite Staff General Practice & Preventative Medicine A CAT'S QUALITY OF LIFE Many cats suffer with chronic diseases, such as cancer, that can often be managed in such a way that life is prolonged, although the quality of life is greatly diminished. For most cat owners this issue … [Read more...]
Pet Loss
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Angell Memorial Animal Hospital General Practice & Preventative Medicine COPING WITH LOSS The loss of any close friend can be devastating, and pets can be among our closest companions. A pet frequently provides unconditional love, emotional security, and loyalty. Routine activities with … [Read more...]
Grief in Dogs and Cats
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Dr. Dawn Ruben General Practice & Preventative Medicine THE LOSS OF A PET Because our pets cannot speak, we don't really know what what they are thinking. We must base our interpretations of their emotional state on their behavior – what they do in certain situations and under … [Read more...]
