When a dog is diagnosed with a terminal disease, owners may be at a loss as to what they can do for their beloved pet. Dr. Katherine Fowler joins Tina Spring and Julie Fudge Smith to discuss hospice care for pets and how it can help both pets and owners make the most of their time together.
Resources:
The International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care
Related Podcasts:
Dr. Alicia Karas: Giving Older Dogs the Good Life
Knowing When It’s Time to Say Goodbye
Eileen Anderson: Canine Cognitive Dysfunction with Eileen Anderson
Elieen’s Book: Remember Me?
Blogs:
Julie’s:
The Best Deal on the Planet (about finding ways for every member of the family to participate in caring for a terminally ill dog.)
The Big “C”: Weighing the costs of medical treatment
Whole Dog Journal:
How to contact Dr. Fowler:
Climbing Rose Veterinary Services LLC