Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 2: Ask for help. Caring for your aging/ailing pet can be exhausting! Multiple medications to give, “accidents” to clean up, interrupted sleep, frequent trips to the vet. Maybe family members, friends, or neighbors would be happy to offer...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 1. Allow yourself to feel. Anger, fear, sadness – anything’s OK. You adore your pet, and it’s natural to grieve their impending departure. Anticipatory grief helps to prepare you for the eventual loss of your loved one At HWAH we are all...
As Our Pets Approach the End of Life: Coping With Anticipatory Grief You notice your old friend isn’t jumping into your lap anymore. Or a routine trip to the vet brings an unexpected terminal diagnosis. At HWAH we often experience this. Not too long ago with our sweet...
#MedicalMiracleMonday #BeAMedicalMiracleMaker @LeashesEnd From June 13, 2023: “Today is 13-year-old Gremlin’s big spay day! In consultation with the surgeon, and because Gremlin is a high-risk surgical candidate, we determined that the best course of action is to...
Raised dog bowls You’ve probably seen those elevated stands that hold your pet’s bowls closer to their mouths. Some dogs have arthritis in the neck or shoulder joints and it’s hard to raise and lower their heads to reach the dishes, so when you raise them you remove...
Tips for creating a comfortable and supportive living environment for senior dogs with arthritis. Is your senior dog struggling with arthritis? Here are some tips to create a comfortable and supportive living environment for them: 1. Invest in an orthopedic bed 2. Use...
#MedicalMiracleMonday #BeAMedicalMiracleMaker Canines & Kitties Rescue Molly came to us when her owners, who were 92 and 97, had to move to a nursing home: Molly is currently in a foster home while we await the results of the mass removal. If the mass is...
Arthritis In Older Dogs: Everything You Need to Know The main symptoms of the onset of canine osteoarthritis are fairly generalized: Overall stiffness Difficulty getting up in the morning (or after a nap) Overall ‘slowing down’, less interest in walks/games Reluctance...
#MedicalMiracleMonday #BeAMedicalMiracleMaker @SomersetCottagePoodleRescue LAMB came to us as an Owner Surrender . His previous owner had adopted him from a shelter 3yrs ago . Recently his owners had a baby, moved to a new house and had no time for him and also...
Wondering how you can help House with a Heart and your local shelter and animal rescue groups? Here's one idea! Make wishes come true! House with a Heart and other animal rescue organizations are always in need of dog and cat food, toys, cleaning supplies, and other...