Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 6. One day at a time. 'A few thoughts by Frank T. McAndrew "Recently, my wife and I went through one of the more excruciating experiences of our lives – the euthanasia of our beloved dog, Murphy. I remember making eye contact with Murphy...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 5. Create memories. Sometimes people struggle with the idea of taking photos of their ailing pet. But there are other ways to create memories. Indulging your friend with special treats and outings can help ease these difficult days for...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 4. Talk to your vet. Euthanasia may be the most compassionate choice you can make for your pet. But deciding when to “let go” can cause a lot of anxiety. Your trusted vet can be your support system, a source of comfort and reassurance as...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping Tip 3. Plan ahead. Thinking through end-of-life decisions, such as in-home euthanasia or cremation/burial preferences, can bring some peace of mind. #InHomeEuthanasia #FamilyDiscussion #PetLossSupport This is always difficult but thinking...
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...